RecallDepth

GE Medical Systems COROMETRICS Maternal/Fetal Monitoring Systems, Models 2126is, 2128is, 2129is

This recall has been terminated (originally issued September 23, 2003).

Company
Ge Medical Systems Information Technologies
Recall Initiated
May 21, 2003
Posted
September 23, 2003
Terminated
October 27, 2003
Recall Number
Z-1291-03
Quantity
170
Firm Location
Tampa, FL
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

The 2120 Main Board on device lacks required external safety 'watchdog' circuit.

Distribution

The monitors were distributed to 8 hospitals in SC, WI, CA, MN, TX, MD and NV, as well as two hospitals in France.

Lot / Code Info

All serial numbers are involved.

Root Cause

Other

Action Taken

The firm mailed or faxed a recall letter to consignees on May 14, 2003 followed by a phone call to each account within two weeks to arrange for a service technician visit to correct the monitors. The recall letter warned the hospitals of the problem and a work around.

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