Ventec Life Systems, Inc. recalls VOCSN Multi-Function Ventilators: VOCSN+Pro (V+O+C+S+N+Pro
Reason for recall
Multi-Function Ventilators were serviced using incorrect parts which have the potential to cause unexpected shutdown, or when using an active circuit could result in inaccurate tidal volume monitor, not triggering on patient efforts, less inspiratory volume, less inspiratory pressure, and less PEEP delivered.
Affected product
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VOCSN Multi-Function Ventilators: VOCSN+Pro (V+O+C+S+N+Pro, English)1 code
- PRT-00490-001
V+Pro (V+Pro, English)2 codes
- PRT-01185-000
- PRT-01185-002
Lot / code information
- Serial #
PRT-00490-001/00855573007792/123627, 121892, 119639; PRT-01185-000/00855573007877/5038421, 116700, 117933, 5038112 — +22 moreShow all
PRT-00490-001/00855573007792/123627, 121892, 119639; PRT-01185-000/00855573007877/5038421, 116700, 117933, 5038112, 5038619, 5038717, 5038953, 5039086, 5039091, 5039361, 5039499, 5039503, 5039541, 5039636, 5039938, 5040019, 5040640, 5040762, 5041060, 5041078, 5041534, 5042558, 117344, 118464, 118509, 5039387; PRT-01185-002/00850018761154/5037655
What the firm is doing
On 02/03/2025, recall notices were sent to Durable Medical Equipment Distributors asking them to do the following: Clinical Action: Follow internal procedures to transfer the patient to an alternative source of ventilation, if available. If no other ventilation method is available, you may continue to use the affected product adhering to the guidelines below, while you await device correction by firm Service personnel: 1. Use only when the patient is actively monitored to ensure timely response to a potential malfunction. 2. Operate the ventilator as defined in the Instructions for Use and promptly respond to all alarms activated by the ventilator. 3. Use external monitors (e.g. SpO2) and set the alarm thresholds appropriately for the patient. 4. Connect the ventilator to an external monitoring system, wherever possible. Also, Durable Medical Equipment Distributors are asked to acknowledge they forwarded the recall notice, and that they contacted the users to which the devices were provided, advised them of the recall and action instructions within accompanying Recall Notification Letter including how to have the devices repaired. Complete and return the acknowledgement form via email to Ventec-Recall@reacthealth.com For any questions contact the firm at at 844-MYVOCSN (844-698-6276), Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PDT.
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US distribution in CA, NY, and MO.
A reasonable probability that use of the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Sources & references
- FDA enforcement recordOfficial FDA database entry for Z-1196-2025
- FDA 510(k) clearance · K162877The device's official FDA premarket clearance record
- FDA device classification · CBKOfficial FDA classification for this device type
- CFR regulation · 21 CFR 868.5895The federal regulation governing this device
- FDA recall announcementSearch FDA.gov for the official press announcement
- Find Ventec Life Systems, Inc.Search for the manufacturer's official notice
- News coverageRecent reporting on this recall and manufacturer
- openFDA data recordThe raw JSON record this page is built from
Source: U.S. FDA openFDA device enforcement reports. This summary is informational and may lag or differ from the official record. Always verify against the FDA before acting.
Taylor Coteus is RecallWatch's Legal News Analyst, covering FDA medical-device enforcement and patient-safety litigation. He reviews every recall against the FDA's official openFDA record before it is published and is responsible for corrections and editorial accuracy.
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