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Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Monitor: IntelliVue MX40 WMTS Smart-hopping (1.4GHz) Product Number: 865350 Exchange part: 453564262491 453564262511 453564615311 453564615331 453564262571 453564262591 USA only SW Revisions: B.05.28, B.05.29, and B.05.32 Indicated for use by health care professionals whenever there is a need for monitoring the physiological parameters of patients. Intended for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameter

Reported: October 26, 2016 Initiated: September 19, 2016 #Z-0291-2017 9804 units units

Philips Electronics North America Corporation issued this FDA Devices recall on October 26, 2016. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 9804 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Wearable Monitor Configuration Setting Disables Generation and Delivery of ECG Alarms t…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0291-2017) was formally reported on October 26, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 19, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips Electronics North America Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records indicate 9804 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Wearable Monitor Configuration Setting Disables Generation and Delivery of ECG Alarms to PIIC iX Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Aruba, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ir…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

9804 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Monitor: IntelliVue MX40 WMTS Smart-hopping (1.4GHz) Product Number: 865350 Exchange part: 453564262491 453564262511 453564615311 453564615331 453564262571 453564262591 USA only SW Revisions: B.05.28, B.05.29, and B.05.32 Indicated for use by health care professionals whenever there is a need for monitoring the physiological parameters of patients. Intended for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics in hospital environments and during transport inside hospitals

Reason for Recall

Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Wearable Monitor Configuration Setting Disables Generation and Delivery of ECG Alarms to PIIC iX

Details

Units Affected
9804 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Aruba, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Republic of, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom.
Location
Andover, MA

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-0291-2017
Date reported October 26, 2016
Date initiated September 19, 2016
Recalling firm Philips Electronics North America Corporation
Units affected 9804 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Aruba, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan…

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

Scale of Impact

9804 units 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Monitor: IntelliVue MX40 WMTS Smart-hopping (1.4GHz) Product Number: 865350 Exchange part: 453564262491 453564262511 453564615311 453564615331 453564262571 453564262591 USA only SW Revisions: B.05.28, B.05.29, and B.05.32 Indicated for use by health care professionals whenever there is a need for monitoring the physiological parameters of patients. Intended for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics in hospital environments and during transport inside hospitals. Recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. Units affected: 9804 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Philips IntelliVue MX40 Patient Wearable Monitor Configuration Setting Disables Generation and Delivery of ECG Alarms to PIIC iX
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 26, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0291-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Aruba, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Republic of, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0291-2017) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).