Stellar 100 and Stellar 150 Portable Ventilators
Published 13 December 2019
Product
Stellar 100 and 150 Portable Ventilators (Medical Device) Product Numbers: 24156, 24164, 24147, 24162. Serial Number Range 20160123307 to 22171057208 Manufactured between April 2016 and June 2017 ARTG 219429 (Resmed Limited - Portable ventilator, electric)
Why it was recalled
The audible alarms may not operate properly. Alarms will display on the screen of the Stellar device. Due to a Q64 electronic component failure on the Stellar device, the identified issue is a combination of software and a component failure. The alarm buzzer may not work under the following combined circumstances: 1. The device has a failed Q64 electronic component and, 2. The device is stored without AC power connected for more than 36 hours leading to full depletion of the battery; and, 3. The device powers on automatically when connected to AC power without pressing the power switch.
Hazard
If the device is used on a ventilator dependent patient, an alarm or failure condition may present a risk of injury or even death.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.