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Automated External Defibrillators, Model DDU-2450. Item… recallZ-1693-2025 · Defibtech, LLC · initiated Mar 18, 2025

Open, Classified

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Defibtech, LLC or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

It was noticed there was no Italian translation included for the AED. Article 16 of the Swiss Medical Devices Ordinance (MedDO) states that product information (labelling and instructions for use) should be provided in all three official languages of Switzerland (German, French, and Italian).

FDA root cause category: Process control

What the company is doing

On March 18, 2025 URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE letters were emailed to customers. Actions to be taken by the Customer/User: 1. Confirm receipt of this notice by replying to this email with RECEIVED 2. Please complete the attached Customer Reply Form and email the form to FA2025- [email protected]. 3. Attached to this Field Safety Notice, you will find the 3 Instructions For Use (Operator Guide) in the required languages. Please take the attached 3 Instructions For Use (Operator Guide) and keep with the affected AED(s). If you have questions now, please feel free to contact us using the email address: [email protected]. Defibtech is committed to ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards and that our customers are fully supported. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. As always, Defibtech Customer Support is available by calling 1-877-453-4507, 7:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Eastern), Monday - Friday. Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1693-2025
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Mar 18, 2025
Posted by the FDA
Apr 29, 2025
Recalling firm
Defibtech, LLC
Quantity
1 unit (OUS only)
Product code
MKJ
FDA submissions
P160032
Distribution
International Only: Switzerland.

Product description

Automated External Defibrillators, Model DDU-2450. Item number: DCF-E2460DE (German language)

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

UDI-DIs: 00815098020317 (DDU-2450, export version), 10815098020314 (DDU-2450, export version (configuration level)). Lot number: 400188859.

Devices named in this recall

2 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Product lines

Other devices under the same FDA submission

2 devices cleared under P160032 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 96618).

Sources and updates

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