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FDA Devices recall · Reported March 9, 2022

Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Part Number 1138747

A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may become loose and potentially damage the capacitors, which could cause th…

Recall #
Z-0663-2022
Affected scope
294 systems
Initiated
January 24, 2022
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Respironics California, LLC recalled Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Part Number 1138747 - a critical-severity action.

Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Part Number 1138747 was recalled by Respironics California, LLC in March 9, 2022. Reason: A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may be…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0663-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Respironics California, LLC issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may be….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
March 9, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0663-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0663-2022) was formally reported on March 9, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 24, 2022. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. Respironics California, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Carlsbad, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 294 systems.

The documented reason for this recall is: A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may become loose and potentially damage the capacitors, which could cause the ventilator to stop providing ventilati… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: U.S.: AR, CA, FL, GA, IN, LA, MD, MO, NY, PA, SC, TN and TX. O.U.S. N/A. 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 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 high severity.

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

294 systems

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Part Number 1138747

Reason for recall

A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may become loose and potentially damage the capacitors, which could cause the ventilator to stop providing ventilation to the patient. This failure may either activate both visual and audible alarms, or it may not sound or display an alarm (a silent shutdown).

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-0663-2022
Date reported March 9, 2022
Date initiated January 24, 2022
Recalling firm Respironics California, LLC
Firm location Carlsbad, CA
Affected scope 294 systems
Distribution U.S.: AR, CA, FL, GA, IN, LA, MD, MO, NY, PA, SC, TN and TX. O.U.S. N/A

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

What to do with this recall

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

  • Check the recall number (Z-0663-2022) 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?
Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilator Part Number 1138747. Recalled by Respironics California, LLC. Units affected: 294 systems.
Why was this product recalled?
A limited number of ventilators were assembled with expired adhesive. If the adhesive fails, a bracket may become loose and potentially damage the capacitors, which could cause the ventilator to stop providing ventilation to the patient. This failure may either activate both visual and audible alarms, or it may not sound or display an alarm (a silent shutdown).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 9, 2022. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0663-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S.: AR, CA, FL, GA, IN, LA, MD, MO, NY, PA, SC, TN and TX. O.U.S. N/A.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0663-2022) 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 March 9, 2022. 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.