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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 6, 2024

Phasitron5 Breathing Circuit (P5-10, P5-HC, P5-UC-10). component of Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation, used to provide airway clearance therapy

As a result of product complaints, breathing circuits are experiencing discolored fluid which are formed when therapy was being given with specific medication through the nebulize…

Recall #
Z-0208-2025
Affected scope
43,830 devices
Initiated
September 16, 2024
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Percussionaire Corporation recalled Phasitron5 Breathing Circuit (P5-10, P5-HC, P5-UC-10). component of Intrapulmonary Percus… - a critical-severity action.

Phasitron5 Breathing Circuit (P5-10, P5-HC, P5-UC-10). component of Intrapulmonary Percus… was recalled by Percussionaire Corporation in November 6, 2024. Reason: As a result of product complaints, breathing circuits are experiencing discolored fluid which are formed when…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0208-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Percussionaire Corporation issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-As a result of product complaints, breathing circuits are experiencing discolored fluid which are formed when….

Critical
severity level
44K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
November 6, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0208-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Phasitron5 Breathing Circuit (P5-10, P5-HC, P5-UC-10). component of Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation, used to provide airway clearance therapy

Reason for recall

As a result of product complaints, breathing circuits are experiencing discolored fluid which are formed when therapy was being given with specific medication through the nebulizer cup. Discoloration is caused by a reaction between medicated mist and an inadvertent/unapproved addition of a nickel coating on the spring component.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0208-2025
Date reported November 6, 2024
Date initiated September 16, 2024
Recalling firm Percussionaire Corporation
Firm location Sandpoint, ID
Affected scope 43,830 devices
Distribution U.S.: PA, AR, MI, CA, TX, OH, NY, FL, IL, NE, OR, GA, WI, MO, OK, AL, WV, MT, CO, LA, VA, CT, SC, NH, NV, NC, NJ, MI, UT, ID, ME, MN, SD, ID, ND, KS, KY, TN, MD, VT, MA, RI, O.U.S.: Canada, Switzerland (all products shipped OUS remained …

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

Scale of Impact

43,830 devices units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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.

  • Check the recall number (Z-0208-2025) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Phasitron5 Breathing Circuit (P5-10, P5-HC, P5-UC-10). component of Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation, used to provide airway clearance therapy. Recalled by Percussionaire Corporation. Units affected: 43,830 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
As a result of product complaints, breathing circuits are experiencing discolored fluid which are formed when therapy was being given with specific medication through the nebulizer cup. Discoloration is caused by a reaction between medicated mist and an inadvertent/unapproved addition of a nickel coating on the spring component.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 6, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0208-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S.: PA, AR, MI, CA, TX, OH, NY, FL, IL, NE, OR, GA, WI, MO, OK, AL, WV, MT, CO, LA, VA, CT, SC, NH, NV, NC, NJ, MI, UT, ID, ME, MN, SD, ID, ND, KS, KY, TN, MD, VT, MA, RI, O.U.S.: Canada, Switzerland (all products shipped OUS remained in Sentec AG's (distributor, parent company of Percussionaire) control, were quarantined, and did not leave the warehouse)..
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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