Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LARecalls & reported problems across all models
Zoll Medical Corporation · 2 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
4 open recalls name at least one Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA model. Check whether yours is affected in the recall details, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 350
- Deaths reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
We found 2 models of Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA by Zoll Medical Corporation in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 350 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Dec 29, 2023 and Sep 29, 2026 — classified as 2 deaths, 348 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Unable to Obtain Readings” (128 reports).
4 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 4 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
Reports received per month, all models
Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA 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.
- Feb 13, 2025Class IIOpen, Classified
The potential for devices to fail their self-test as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme environments (temperature and/or humidity).
Z-1319-2025 · Root cause: Unknown/Undetermined by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Feb 13, 2025Class IIOpen, Classified
The potential for devices to fail their self-test as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme environments (temperature and/or humidity).
Z-1318-2025 · Root cause: Unknown/Undetermined by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Feb 13, 2025Class IIOpen, Classified
The potential for devices to fail their self-test as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme environments (temperature and/or humidity).
Z-1317-2025 · Root cause: Unknown/Undetermined by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Feb 13, 2025Class IIOpen, Classified
The potential for devices to fail their self-test as a result of prolonged exposure to extreme environments (temperature and/or humidity).
Z-1316-2025 · Root cause: Unknown/Undetermined by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA problems
Device problems
- Unable to Obtain Readings128
- Failure of Device to Self-Test78
- Failure to Power Up38
- Use of Device Problem38
- Failure to Charge32
- Defibrillation/Stimulation Problem19
- Incorrect Interpretation of Signal11
- Output Problem11
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions333
- Insufficient Information11
- Intraoperative Cardiac Valve Injury2
- Burn(s)1
- Cardiac Arrest1
- Myocardial Infarction1
- Ventricular Fibrillation1
Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA models
2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA G5A-80CAutomated External Defibrillators (Non-Wearable)2 recalls2 deaths207 reports
- Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA G5A-80AAutomated External Defibrillators (Non-Wearable)2 recalls143 reports
Recent Powerheart G5 Kit, Auto, US Eng/ESP LA adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Failure to Power Up
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50934155 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Use of Device Problem
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED ERROR CODE "E05" OBSERVED IN THE ERROR LOG.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50914895 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Failure to Charge
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "HV CHARGER TEST CAPACITOR NOT HOLDING CHARGE" MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50914176 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED AN "ECG FAULT -501" ERROR MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50899953 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING INCOMING INSPECTION, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED AN "ECG FAULT -501" ERROR MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50882723 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "UNIT FAILED" MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50872011 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "UNIT FAILED" MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50867969 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED AN "ERROR E05 OBSERVED IN THE LOG" MESSAGE. COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50853931 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "UNIT FAILED" MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50818156 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Failure to Power Up
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE WOULD NOT POWER UP.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50817078 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED AN "ECG PACE PULSE SELF-TEST FAILURE- 506" MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50806149 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "UNIT FAILED" MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50804386 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Failure to Charge
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE PROMPTED A "HV CHARGER TEST CAPACITOR NOT HOLDING CHARGE" MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50804334 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Failure of Device to Self-Test
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED A "SELF-TEST FAILURE FOR P/S V OUT OF RANGE" ERROR MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT DID NOT INDICATE THAT THERE WAS ANY PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50772256 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings
COMPLAINANT ALLEGED THAT DURING FUNCTIONAL TESTING, THE DEVICE DISPLAYED AN "ECG FAULT -501" ERROR MESSAGE.COMPLAINANT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT IN THE REPORTED MALFUNCTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50772131 ↗
Other Zoll Medical Corporation products
- R SERIES94 models · 8,522 reports
- X SERIES163 models · 6,915 reports
- AED PLUS30 models · 1,966 reports · 1 recall
- Z Vent6 models · 1,204 reports · 1 recall
- Model EMV+ Vent, Army, MRI3 models · 964 reports
- E SERIES160 models · 833 reports
- ONESTEP8 models · 586 reports
- M SERIES BIPHASIC59 models · 572 reports
Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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