Model EMV+, Comm, MRIRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 2 models of Model EMV+, Comm, MRI by Zoll Medical Corporation in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 79 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Aug 7, 2017 and Mar 30, 2026 — classified as 79 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Mechanical Problem” (15 reports).

1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 1 still open.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

Model EMV+, Comm, MRI recalls

FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.

1. Apr 30, 2024Class IOpen, Classified

   Operator's Guide & Quick Reference Guide (QRG) ZOLL 731 Ventilator for MRI Compatible Devices. Patient Safety Ventilator MRI information omitted from the manuals. Update to the instructions ensures safe distance from the MRI to ensure proper function of the ventilator and reduce the risk of delay in ventilator therapy

   Z-2130-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported Model EMV+, Comm, MRI problems

Model EMV+, Comm, MRI models

2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• Model EMV+, Comm, MRI 799-EMVP-05-01

  Ventilator, continuous, facility use
  1 recall65 reports
• Model EMV+, Comm, MRI 799-EMVP-05

  Oximeter
  1 recall14 reports

Recent Model EMV+, Comm, MRI adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionMar 30, 2026Failure to Power Up

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE WOULD NOT POWER UP. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24727391 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 23, 2026No Display/Image

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING A ROUTINE SHIFT CHECK BY A CLINICIAN, THE DEVICE POWERED ON WITHOUT DISPLAY. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24420088 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 23, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED "INTERNAL COMM FAILURES- 1472 AND 1474" ERROR MESSAGES. COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24413460 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 26, 2026Obstruction of Flow

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING A ROUTINE SHIFT CHECK BY A CLINICIAN, THE DEVICE INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAYED A "EXHALATION SYSTEM FAILURE - 1061" MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24179199 ↗
• MalfunctionDec 29, 2025No Display/Image; No Display/Image

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING A ROUTINE SHIFT CHECK BY A CLINICIAN, THE DEVICE POWERED ON WITHOUT DISPLAY. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 23908643 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 22, 2025No Display/Image; No Display/Image

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO VENTILATE A PATIENT (AGE AND GENDER UNKNOWN), THE DEVICE FUNCTIONED FOR THE PATIENT, BUT THE SCREEN WENT BLACK MIDWAY THROUGH THE CALL. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THE CLINICIAN OBTAINED ANOTHER DEVICE TO CONTINUE TREATING THE PATIENT. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO ADVERSE EFFECT TO THE PATIENT DUE TO THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 22564053 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 9, 2025Communication or Transmission Problem; Communication or Transmission Problem

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE 1474" MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information; No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 22457721 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 17, 2025Mechanical Problem; Failure to Power Up; Failure of Device to Self-Test; Mechanical Problem; Failure to Power Up; Failure of Device to Self-Test

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY NOT POWER UP AND DISPLAYED "COMPRESSOR FAULT - 1001" AND "SELF CHECK FAILURE - 1172" MESSAGES. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21179789 ↗
• MalfunctionDec 3, 2024Improper Flow or Infusion; Improper Flow or Infusion

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO VENTILATE A 47-YEAR-OLD MALE PATIENT, THE DEVICE STOPPED VENTILATING. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THE CLINICIAN OBTAINED ANOTHER DEVICE TO CONTINUE TREATING THE PATIENT. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO ADVERSE EFFECT TO THE PATIENT DUE TO THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20835801 ↗
• MalfunctionJun 6, 2024Noise, Audible; Noise, Audible

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, A CLICKING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE DEVICE. COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19478089 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 11, 2024Mechanical Problem; Mechanical Problem

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TREAT A 63-YEAR-OLD MALE PATIENT, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED A "COMPRESSOR FAULT-2001 " MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THE CLINICIAN BAG VENTILATED TO CONTINUE TREATING THE PATIENT UNTIL THE DEVICE WAS RESTARTED AND THE ERROR WAS CLEARED. THEN THE CLINICIAN CONTINUED TO USE THE ORIGINAL DEVICE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO ADVERSE EFFECT TO THE PATIENT DUE TO THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18881634 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 7, 2024Communication or Transmission Problem; Improper Flow or Infusion; Communication or Transmission Problem; Improper Flow or Infusion

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TREAT A PATIENT (AGE & GENDER UNKNOWN), THE DEVICE STOPPED VENTILATING AND DISPLAYED AN "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE- 1175" ERROR MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY ADVERSE EFFECT TO THE PATIENT DUE TO THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18857100 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 26, 2024Improper Flow or Infusion; Improper Flow or Infusion

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TREAT A 47-YEAR-OLD MALE PATIENT, THE DEVICE STOPPED VENTILATING. COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY ADVERSE EFFECT TO THE PATIENT DUE TO THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 18777716 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 1, 2024Mechanical Problem; Communication or Transmission Problem; Mechanical Problem; Communication or Transmission Problem

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING TRAINING BY FACILITY STAFF, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED "COMPRESSOR FAULT- 2001", "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE - 1175, "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE- 1472", AND "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE -1474" ERROR MESSAGES. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18622420 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 17, 2024Communication or Transmission Problem; Communication or Transmission Problem

  COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING BIOMED TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE - 1173" AND "INTERNAL COMM FAILURE -1473" MESSAGES. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18525986 ↗

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