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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 26, 2017

Draeger Medical Systems Infinity Acute Care System (M540) Catalog Numbers: MK31501/MK31701/MK31722

Cockpits with revision index 06 or higher that contain 4GB RAM modules may not annunciate audio or visual alarms on the Cockpit and Central Station.

Recall #
Z-2734-2017
Affected scope
37 US and 682 OUS
Initiated
June 6, 2017
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Draegar Medical Systems, Inc. recalled Draeger Medical Systems Infinity Acute Care System (M540) Catalog Numbers: MK31501/MK31… - a moderate-severity action.

Draeger Medical Systems Infinity Acute Care System (M540) Catalog Numbers: MK31501/MK31… was recalled by Draegar Medical Systems, Inc. in July 26, 2017. Reason: Cockpits with revision index 06 or higher that contain 4GB RAM modules may not annunciate audio or visual ala…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2734-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Draegar Medical Systems, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Cockpits with revision index 06 or higher that contain 4GB RAM modules may not annunciate audio or visual ala….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
July 26, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2734-2017 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.

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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.

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Product description

Draeger Medical Systems Infinity Acute Care System (M540) Catalog Numbers: MK31501/MK31701/MK31722

Reason for recall

Cockpits with revision index 06 or higher that contain 4GB RAM modules may not annunciate audio or visual alarms on the Cockpit and Central Station.

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-2734-2017
Date reported July 26, 2017
Date initiated June 6, 2017
Recalling firm Draegar Medical Systems, Inc.
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 37 US and 682 OUS
Distribution AZ, NH, SD, TN, TX Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Canada China Costa Rica France Germany Great Britian Hong Kong India Ireland Italy Japan Malaysia Namibia Netherlands Poland Portugal Russian Fed. South Africa So…

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Draeger Medical Systems Infinity Acute Care System (M540) Catalog Numbers: MK31501/MK31701/MK31722. Recalled by Draegar Medical Systems, Inc.. Units affected: 37 US and 682 OUS.
Why was this product recalled?
Cockpits with revision index 06 or higher that contain 4GB RAM modules may not annunciate audio or visual alarms on the Cockpit and Central Station.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 26, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2734-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: AZ, NH, SD, TN, TX Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Canada China Costa Rica France Germany Great Britian Hong Kong India Ireland Italy Japan Malaysia Namibia Netherlands Poland Portugal Russian Fed. South Africa South Korea Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Turkey United Kingdom.
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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