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ZOLL AED PRO Automated External Defibrillator Product Usage: The AED PRO unit is intended to defibrillate victims of ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, for ECG monitoring, and for CPR monitoring of patients. The CPR monitoring function provides a metronome designed to encourage rescuers to perform chest compressions at the AHA/ERC recommended rate of 100 compressions per minute. Voice and visual prompts encourage a compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) for

Reported: July 10, 2019 Initiated: June 12, 2019 #Z-1931-2019 1,969 units

ZOLL Medical Corporation issued this FDA Devices recall on July 10, 2019. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 1,969 units are affected. The recall was issued because: There is a potential for the device to fail to deliver energy to the patient.. 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-1931-2019) was formally reported on July 10, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 12, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. ZOLL Medical Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Chelmsford, MA. Federal records indicate 1,969 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: There is a potential for the device to fail to deliver energy to the patient. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide. The products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Austria, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Indonesia, It…. 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 7 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

1,969

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

ZOLL AED PRO Automated External Defibrillator Product Usage: The AED PRO unit is intended to defibrillate victims of ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, for ECG monitoring, and for CPR monitoring of patients. The CPR monitoring function provides a metronome designed to encourage rescuers to perform chest compressions at the AHA/ERC recommended rate of 100 compressions per minute. Voice and visual prompts encourage a compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) for adult patients. The AED PRO system is indicated for use on victims of cardiac arrest with apparent lack of circulation as indicated by: Unconsciousness Absence of breathing, and Absence of pulse and other signs of circulation. The device is also indicated for use when ECG monitoring is indicated to evaluate the patient s heart rate or ECG morphology. The AED PRO system is indicated for adult and pediatric patients.

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for the device to fail to deliver energy to the patient.

Details

Recalling Firm
ZOLL Medical Corporation
Units Affected
1,969
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide. The products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Austria, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxemburg, New Zealand, Panama, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Taiwan.
Location
Chelmsford, MA

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-1931-2019
Date reported July 10, 2019
Date initiated June 12, 2019
Recalling firm ZOLL Medical Corporation
Units affected 1,969
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide. The products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Austria, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxembur…

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

Scale of Impact

1,969 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ZOLL AED PRO Automated External Defibrillator Product Usage: The AED PRO unit is intended to defibrillate victims of ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, for ECG monitoring, and for CPR monitoring of patients. The CPR monitoring function provides a metronome designed to encourage rescuers to perform chest compressions at the AHA/ERC recommended rate of 100 compressions per minute. Voice and visual prompts encourage a compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) for adult patients. The AED PRO system is indicated for use on victims of cardiac arrest with apparent lack of circulation as indicated by: Unconsciousness Absence of breathing, and Absence of pulse and other signs of circulation. The device is also indicated for use when ECG monitoring is indicated to evaluate the patient s heart rate or ECG morphology. The AED PRO system is indicated for adult and pediatric patients.. Recalled by ZOLL Medical Corporation. Units affected: 1,969.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential for the device to fail to deliver energy to the patient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 10, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1931-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide. The products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Austria, Australia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Luxemburg, New Zealand, Panama, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Taiwan..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1931-2019) 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).