Medtronic Physio Control Corp LIFEPAK 500 automated external defibrillator Recall
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
LIFEPAK 500 automated external defibrillator
Brand
Medtronic Physio Control Corp
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Part numbers 3005380-000 through 3005380-006 and 3005380-014 Serial numbers may be obtained from the firm or from Seattle District Recall Coordinator. All battery date codes prior to 0013
Medtronic Physio Control Corp is recalling LIFEPAK 500 automated external defibrillator due to Potential for batteries to malfunction due to battery cell rupture.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Potential for batteries to malfunction due to battery cell rupture.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
On 4/2/04 the firm initiated telephone contacts to customers to determine if the customer potentially has suspect battery. If so, the customer will be faxed a letter describing how to remove the battery to check for the code date. If customer confirms they have suspect battery, a new battery will be shipped to customer.
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