PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Replacement LED PCB Kit, part number 001840, of the Natus neoBLUE (aka neoBLUE 2) Phototherapy system. Neonatal phototherapy.

Reported: December 31, 2014 Initiated: November 19, 2014 #Z-0847-2015

Product Description

Replacement LED PCB Kit, part number 001840, of the Natus neoBLUE (aka neoBLUE 2) Phototherapy system. Neonatal phototherapy.

Reason for Recall

Replacement LED Board kit of Natus neoBLUE2 Phototherapy system distributed after February 16, 2012 is subject of a Field Safety Notification because the system will exhibit a higher light intensity output than the original device. While some customers may prefer using these lights at the higher intensity levels, some are concerned that patients may receive more intensity than desired.

Details

Units Affected
1907 total (1413 in US and 494 international)
Distribution
worldwide
Location
Seattle, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Replacement LED PCB Kit, part number 001840, of the Natus neoBLUE (aka neoBLUE 2) Phototherapy system. Neonatal phototherapy.. Recalled by Natus Medical Incorporated. Units affected: 1907 total (1413 in US and 494 international).
Why was this product recalled?
Replacement LED Board kit of Natus neoBLUE2 Phototherapy system distributed after February 16, 2012 is subject of a Field Safety Notification because the system will exhibit a higher light intensity output than the original device. While some customers may prefer using these lights at the higher intensity levels, some are concerned that patients may receive more intensity than desired.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 31, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0847-2015.