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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 30, 2024

STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP20 STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP15 Defibrillation is indicated for the termination of certain potentially fatal arrhythmias, such as ventricular fibrillation and symptomatic ventricular tachycardia. Synchronized cardioversion is indicated for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, and in relatively stable patients, ventricular tachycar

Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of product failures (cracks and over-molding separation of the sterilizab…

Recall #
Z-0142-2025
Affected scope
3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices)
Initiated
August 9, 2024
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Physio-Control, Inc. recalled STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP20 STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATI… - a moderate-severity action.

STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP20 STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATI… was recalled by Physio-Control, Inc. in October 30, 2024. Reason: Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0142-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Physio-Control, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of ….

Moderate
severity level
4K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 30, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0142-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0142-2025) was formally reported on October 30, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 9, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Physio-Control, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Redmond, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as 3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices).

The documented reason for this recall is: Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of product failures (cracks and over-molding separation of the sterilizable internal defibrillation paddles. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN,…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices)

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP20 STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP15 Defibrillation is indicated for the termination of certain potentially fatal arrhythmias, such as ventricular fibrillation and symptomatic ventricular tachycardia. Synchronized cardioversion is indicated for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, and in relatively stable patients, ventricular tachycardia.

Reason for recall

Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of product failures (cracks and over-molding separation of the sterilizable internal defibrillation paddles.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0142-2025
Date reported October 30, 2024
Date initiated August 9, 2024
Recalling firm Physio-Control, Inc.
Firm location Redmond, WA
Affected scope 3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices)
Distribution Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI,…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices) units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP20 STERILIZABLE INTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION PADDLES REF LP15 Defibrillation is indicated for the termination of certain potentially fatal arrhythmias, such as ventricular fibrillation and symptomatic ventricular tachycardia. Synchronized cardioversion is indicated for the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, and in relatively stable patients, ventricular tachycardia.. Recalled by Physio-Control, Inc.. Units affected: 3,617 devices (US-3315 and O.U.S - 302 devices).
Why was this product recalled?
Due to customer complaints and out of box failures, the firm is conducting a voluntary recall as a result of product failures (cracks and over-molding separation of the sterilizable internal defibrillation paddles.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 30, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0142-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WV. The countries of Australia, Canada, Netherlands, and New Zealand..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0142-2025) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported October 30, 2024. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.