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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 1, 2014

CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use on patients who require respiratory support or mechanical ventilation and weigh a minimum of 5 kg (11 lbs.). It is suitable for service in hospital, transport and homecare as a source of continuous or intermittent positive pressure ventilator support, delivered invasively or non-invasively. These ventilators are restricted medical devices intended for operation by a trained personnel under the direction of a

CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due to misconnection by the operator. The input port on the ventilators …

Recall #
Z-2593-2014
Affected scope
1729
Initiated
August 8, 2014
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CareFusion 203, Inc. recalled CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use … - a critical-severity action.

CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use … was recalled by CareFusion 203, Inc. in October 1, 2014. Reason: CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2593-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

CareFusion 203, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due….

Critical
severity level
2K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
October 1, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2593-2014 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 high severity.

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

Product description

CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use on patients who require respiratory support or mechanical ventilation and weigh a minimum of 5 kg (11 lbs.). It is suitable for service in hospital, transport and homecare as a source of continuous or intermittent positive pressure ventilator support, delivered invasively or non-invasively. These ventilators are restricted medical devices intended for operation by a trained personnel under the direction of a physician and in accordance with all applicable state laws and regulations.

Reason for recall

CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due to misconnection by the operator. The input port on the ventilators must have the adapters correctly aligned to function properly. Incorrect alignment may cause the pins in the connector to bend, causing the PTV AC power adapter and/or PTV Auto Lighter Power Cord to be shortened, and pre

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-2593-2014
Date reported October 1, 2014
Date initiated August 8, 2014
Recalling firm CareFusion 203, Inc.
Firm location Minneapolis, MN
Affected scope 1729
Distribution Nationwide Distribution including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MS,M0, NE, NV,NH,NH, NY NMC, OH, OR,PA, RID, SC, TN, TX, UT VT, VA, WA, and WI.

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

Scale of Impact

1729 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.

What to do with this recall

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  • Check the recall number (Z-2593-2014) 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?
CareFusion EnVe and ReVel Ventilators. The EnVe/ ReVel Ventilator is designed for use on patients who require respiratory support or mechanical ventilation and weigh a minimum of 5 kg (11 lbs.). It is suitable for service in hospital, transport and homecare as a source of continuous or intermittent positive pressure ventilator support, delivered invasively or non-invasively. These ventilators are restricted medical devices intended for operation by a trained personnel under the direction of a physician and in accordance with all applicable state laws and regulations.. Recalled by CareFusion 203, Inc.. Units affected: 1729.
Why was this product recalled?
CareFusion has identified a potential for damage to the power connector on the EnVe and ReVel ventilators due to misconnection by the operator. The input port on the ventilators must have the adapters correctly aligned to function properly. Incorrect alignment may cause the pins in the connector to bend, causing the PTV AC power adapter and/or PTV Auto Lighter Power Cord to be shortened, and pre
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 1, 2014. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-2593-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution including AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MS,M0, NE, NV,NH,NH, NY NMC, OH, OR,PA, RID, SC, TN, TX, UT VT, VA, WA, and WI..
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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