Recall Z-2175-2025

Reason for recall

Kit USB flash drive contains outdated software, which could result in reverting patient monitor to outdated software and reintroducing the video laryngoscope issue (related to an August 2023 recall), which could lead to delay in diagnosis, delayed treatment, hypoxia due to unexpected loss of video laryngoscopy and all other monitor measurements during system restart.

FDA-determined cause: Software change control

Action taken

On 5/30/3035, Philips mailed field safety notices to customers and distributors who were informed of the following: Reverting to the outdated software version reintroduces the video laryngoscope issue previously corrected in FSN-2023-CC-EC-005 (Unexpected Device Error When Used with Tempus Pro Video Laryngoscope). Customers were asked to do the following: 1) Dispose of USB Flash Drive. 2) Ensure monitor is on Software version vx.34 or higher. 4) If your device(s) is on a software version below vx.34, contact firm representative for software update instructions. 5) Complete and return response form via email to ECR.Recall.Response@Philips.com In addition, distributors were asked to do the following: 1) Modify the correction response form and substitute your firm's email and fax information. Send a copy of the correction notice and modified response form to each customer to whom you distribute the affected product. If you need any further information or support contact firm at (800) 722-9377 or email ECR.Recall.Response@Philips.com