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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 15, 2020

Philips M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) or a lntelliVue MMX Multi-Measurement Module (Model No. 867036)

Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lntelliVue MMX multi-measurement server (Model No. 867036).If they are co…

Recall #
Z-2531-2020
Affected scope
46,597 Units WW
Initiated
June 8, 2020
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Philips North America, LLC recalled Philips M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Pa… - a moderate-severity action.

Philips M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Pa… was recalled by Philips North America, LLC in July 15, 2020. Reason: Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lnt…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2531-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips North America, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lnt….

Moderate
severity level
47K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 15, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2531-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2531-2020) was formally reported on July 15, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 8, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips North America, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 46,597 Units WW.

The documented reason for this recall is: Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lntelliVue MMX multi-measurement server (Model No. 867036).If they are connected to a host monitor, communication… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Foreign: Angola Angola Argentina Australia Austria Bahrain Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Est…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

46,597 Units WW

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Philips M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) or a lntelliVue MMX Multi-Measurement Module (Model No. 867036)

Reason for recall

Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lntelliVue MMX multi-measurement server (Model No. 867036).If they are connected to a host monitor, communication with the X3 or MMX could be disrupted, resulting in a loss of monitoring on the host monitor.

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-2531-2020
Date reported July 15, 2020
Date initiated June 8, 2020
Recalling firm Philips North America, LLC
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 46,597 Units WW
Distribution Nationwide Foreign: Angola Angola Argentina Australia Austria Bahrain Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Estonia Finland Franc…

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

Scale of Impact

46,597 Units WW 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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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 M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) or a lntelliVue MMX Multi-Measurement Module (Model No. 867036). Recalled by Philips North America, LLC. Units affected: 46,597 Units WW.
Why was this product recalled?
Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lntelliVue MMX multi-measurement server (Model No. 867036).If they are connected to a host monitor, communication with the X3 or MMX could be disrupted, resulting in a loss of monitoring on the host monitor.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 15, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2531-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Foreign: Angola Angola Argentina Australia Austria Bahrain Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Estonia Finland France French Guiana Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Guadeloupe Guatemala Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Korea, Republic of Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Lithuania Luxembourg Malaysia Martinique Mexico Morocco Mozambique Namibia Netherlands New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Norway Oman Palestine, State of Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Qatar R¿union Russian Federation Saint Pierre and Miquelon Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan Tanzania Thailand Turkey Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2531-2020) 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?
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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported July 15, 2020.

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