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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 19, 2017

Carestation 620 A1, Carestation 650 A1, and Carestation 650c A1

Carestation 620, 650 and 650c has Potential for Elevated FiCO2 and Unexpected System Malfunction

Recall #
Z-2703-2017
Affected scope
3,448 (334 US; 3,114 OUS)
Initiated
May 2, 2017
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Ge Healthcare, LLC recalled Carestation 620 A1, Carestation 650 A1, and Carestation 650c A1 - a moderate-severity action.

Carestation 620 A1, Carestation 650 A1, and Carestation 650c A1 was recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC in July 19, 2017. Reason: Carestation 620, 650 and 650c has Potential for Elevated FiCO2 and Unexpected System Malfunction. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2703-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ge Healthcare, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Carestation 620, 650 and 650c has Potential for Elevated FiCO2 and Unexpected System Malfunction.

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
July 19, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2703-2017 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

Carestation 620 A1, Carestation 650 A1, and Carestation 650c A1

Reason for recall

Carestation 620, 650 and 650c has Potential for Elevated FiCO2 and Unexpected System Malfunction

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-2703-2017
Date reported July 19, 2017
Date initiated May 2, 2017
Recalling firm Ge Healthcare, LLC
Firm location Waukesha, WI
Affected scope 3,448 (334 US; 3,114 OUS)
Distribution US Distribution including PR and to the states of : AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL GA, ID,IL, IN, KY, LA, , MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, MT, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and UT. OUS: Algeria Argentina Australia …

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

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?
Carestation 620 A1, Carestation 650 A1, and Carestation 650c A1. Recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC. Units affected: 3,448 (334 US; 3,114 OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
Carestation 620, 650 and 650c has Potential for Elevated FiCO2 and Unexpected System Malfunction
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2703-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Distribution including PR and to the states of : AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL GA, ID,IL, IN, KY, LA, , MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, MT, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and UT. OUS: Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Canada Chile Colombia Costa Rica Cote d'Ivoire Croatia Czech Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Honduras Hong Kong Hungary India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jordan Kenya Korea (Republic Of) Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Lithuania Malaysia Maldives Malta Mauritius Mexico Moldova Morocco Myanmar Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Tanzania Thailand Turkey United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay Vietnam Zimbabwe.
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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