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Dash 3000 Patient Monitoring System is used to monitor physiologic parameter data on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.

Reported: December 5, 2018 Initiated: August 31, 2018 #Z-0519-2019 Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000 units

GE Healthcare, LLC issued this FDA Devices recall on December 5, 2018. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000 units are affected. The recall was issued because: The patient monitors may simultaneously restart as designed if all are connected to the same network and a network over…. 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-0519-2019) was formally reported on December 5, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 31, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. GE Healthcare, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Waukesha, WI. Federal records indicate Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000 units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: The patient monitors may simultaneously restart as designed if all are connected to the same network and a network overload occurs for a prolonged time. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution was made nationwide, including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Samoa. There was also government and military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria,…. 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 8 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

Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Dash 3000 Patient Monitoring System is used to monitor physiologic parameter data on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.

Reason for Recall

The patient monitors may simultaneously restart as designed if all are connected to the same network and a network overload occurs for a prolonged time.

Details

Recalling Firm
GE Healthcare, LLC
Units Affected
Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000
Distribution
Distribution was made nationwide, including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Samoa. There was also government and military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cameroon, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cota D'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuadore, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of Serbia, Reunion, Romania, Russia, Saint Lucia, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Viet Nam, Yemen, Yugoslavia, and Zimbabwe.
Location
Waukesha, WI

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-0519-2019
Date reported December 5, 2018
Date initiated August 31, 2018
Recalling firm GE Healthcare, LLC
Units affected Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000
Distribution Distribution was made nationwide, including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Samoa. There was also government and military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas…

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

Scale of Impact

Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000 units affected — million-unit bracket.

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

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?
Dash 3000 Patient Monitoring System is used to monitor physiologic parameter data on adult, pediatric and neonatal patients.. Recalled by GE Healthcare, LLC. Units affected: Approximately 182,640 monitoring systems for Dash 3000/4000/5000.
Why was this product recalled?
The patient monitors may simultaneously restart as designed if all are connected to the same network and a network overload occurs for a prolonged time.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0519-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distribution was made nationwide, including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Samoa. There was also government and military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cameroon, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cota D'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuadore, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of Serbia, Reunion, Romania, Russia, Saint Lucia, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Viet Nam, Yemen, Yugoslavia, and Zimbabwe..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0519-2019) 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).