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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 31, 2013

Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00.05 Part Number: 989803171211 Product Usage: IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point provides wireless connectivity between IntelliVue devices (listed below) and the Philips IntelliVue Information Center. MX40 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 a

IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impacting wireless connectivity

Recall #
Z-1780-2013
Affected scope
20105 units
Initiated
July 8, 2013
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Philips Healthcare Inc. recalled Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00… - a moderate-severity action.

Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00… was recalled by Philips Healthcare Inc. in July 31, 2013. Reason: IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impac…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1780-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Healthcare Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impac….

Moderate
severity level
20K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 31, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1780-2013 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00.05 Part Number: 989803171211 Product Usage: IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point provides wireless connectivity between IntelliVue devices (listed below) and the Philips IntelliVue Information Center. MX40 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. The MX4O is to be used primarily as a traditional telemetry medical device. It connects to the IntelliVue Information Center by way of a wireless network.

Reason for recall

IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impacting wireless connectivity

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-1780-2013
Date reported July 31, 2013
Date initiated July 8, 2013
Recalling firm Philips Healthcare Inc.
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 20105 units
Distribution USA Nationwide Distribution

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

Scale of Impact

20105 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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?
Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00.05 Part Number: 989803171211 Product Usage: IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point provides wireless connectivity between IntelliVue devices (listed below) and the Philips IntelliVue Information Center. MX40 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. The MX4O is to be used primarily as a traditional telemetry medical device. It connects to the IntelliVue Information Center by way of a wireless network.. Recalled by Philips Healthcare Inc.. Units affected: 20105 units.
Why was this product recalled?
IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impacting wireless connectivity
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 31, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1780-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: USA Nationwide Distribution.
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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