Medtronic Emergency Response Systems, Inc. LIFEPAK EXPRESS defibrillator Recall
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
LIFEPAK EXPRESS defibrillator
Brand
Medtronic Emergency Response Systems, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Part number 3202177-00 through -002 Serial numbers listed above with the CR Plus
Products Sold
Part number 3202177-00 through -002 Serial numbers listed above with the CR Plus
Medtronic Emergency Response Systems, Inc. is recalling LIFEPAK EXPRESS defibrillator due to One of the printed circuit board assemblies may be contaminated with solder flux which can cause a short that may render the device inoperative.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
One of the printed circuit board assemblies may be contaminated with solder flux which can cause a short that may render the device inoperative.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
On 1/31/06 the firm sent a letter flagged URGENT-MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL to their customers via certified return receipt. The letter advised customers of the problem and requested the customers inspect their units at least weekly. The customers are provided additional guidance if they see certain symbols as described in the letter. The firm''s service personnel will visit the customers, remove and replace units.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026