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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 27, 2019

Blanketrol III Hyper-Hypothermia System- body hypothermia system temperature management Model 233 - Product Usage: The system is composed of a heater, a compressor, a circulating pump and blankets/pads.

Warnings statements have been added- exceeding 40 degree C for extended periods may cause tissue damage. Additionally, a caution was added and clarifications were made regarding t…

Recall #
Z-0417-2020
Affected scope
3932
Initiated
July 2, 2019
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Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products LLC, a Gentherm Company recalled Blanketrol III Hyper-Hypothermia System- body hypothermia system temperature management … - a moderate-severity action.

Blanketrol III Hyper-Hypothermia System- body hypothermia system temperature management … was recalled by Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products LLC, a Gentherm Company in November 27, 2019. Reason: Warnings statements have been added- exceeding 40 degree C for extended periods may cause tissue damage. Addi…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0417-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products LLC, a Gentherm Company issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Warnings statements have been added- exceeding 40 degree C for extended periods may cause tissue damage. Addi….

Moderate
severity level
4K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
November 27, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0417-2020 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.

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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 moderate severity.

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Product description

Blanketrol III Hyper-Hypothermia System- body hypothermia system temperature management Model 233 - Product Usage: The system is composed of a heater, a compressor, a circulating pump and blankets/pads.

Reason for recall

Warnings statements have been added- exceeding 40 degree C for extended periods may cause tissue damage. Additionally, a caution was added and clarifications were made regarding the use of the Automatic modes

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-0417-2020
Date reported November 27, 2019
Date initiated July 2, 2019
Recalling firm Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products LLC, a Gentherm Company
Firm location Cincinnati, OH
Affected scope 3932
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and countries of Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Brunei, Canada Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, F…

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

Scale of Impact

3932 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

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
Blanketrol III Hyper-Hypothermia System- body hypothermia system temperature management Model 233 - Product Usage: The system is composed of a heater, a compressor, a circulating pump and blankets/pads.. Recalled by Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products LLC, a Gentherm Company. Units affected: 3932.
Why was this product recalled?
Warnings statements have been added- exceeding 40 degree C for extended periods may cause tissue damage. Additionally, a caution was added and clarifications were made regarding the use of the Automatic modes
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 27, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0417-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and countries of Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Brunei, Canada Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela, Vietnam..
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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