BiPAP A40 Ventilator
Published 30 August 2022
Product
BiPAP A40 Ventilator Serial numbers: V2887246677A0, V288724698F57, V28872472285C, V288724777FF1, V28872479968F, V288724808886, V28872485DF2B, V28872492B24C, V28872495C6F3, V288724981D16, V288725010D13, V2887251114CB and V2887251771FD ARTG 200289 (Philips Electronics Australia Ltd - Positive airway pressure unit, bi-level)
Why it was recalled
Certain devices were built with motor assemblies that may contain non-conforming plastic material.
Hazard
If the non-conforming material is present patients may be exposed to: 1. Chemical exposure due to off-gassing, creating a potential biosafety or toxicological hazard. 2. Sudden failure of the device causing a Ventilator Inoperative condition, which may result in asphyxia if not immediately identified and addressed by the care provider.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.