Hamilton C6 REF 160021 (ESM Board PN 10144626 recallZ-2328-2025 · Hamilton Medical AG · initiated Jun 3, 2025
Open, Classified
Is my device affected?
- 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.
- If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Hamilton Medical AG or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
- Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.
Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean
Why it was recalled
A mechanical defect on a printed circuit board (PCB) as a result of PCB separating process. This defect might cause the ventilator to either fail at startup (no patient involvement) or during the use of the device enter ambient state, resulting in an interruption of ventilation.
FDA root cause category: Equipment maintenance
What the company is doing
URGENT: Medical Device Correction letters were emailed to customers on 06/06/2025, 06/20/2025, and 07/07/2025, informing them that due to damage to the capacitor in the ESM-Board within the Hamilton-C6 ventilator the capacitor could, over time, lead to a loss of its function due to oxidation of similar degradation processes. Customers are instructed to: 1. Review their Hamilton-C6 ventilators and check for the serial number within the scope mentioned in the letter. 2. for affected ventilators must have the ESM-Boards replaced. The replacement will be organized by the local partner as per servicing protocol. Note - the Hamilton-C6 ventilators do not need to be removed from use/service. These devices were tested prior to release and no test will be able to detect if the ESM board will fail in the future. 3. Keep the recall notice within the respective ventilator's data records. For questions or assistance, contact Technical Support at 1-800-426-6331 option 2 or email [email protected]
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2328-2025
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated by the company
- Jun 3, 2025
- Posted by the FDA
- Aug 19, 2025
- Recalling firm
- Hamilton Medical AG
- Quantity
- 1040 systems
- Product code
- CBK
- FDA submissions
- K201658
- Distribution
- US Nationwide distribution.
Product description
Hamilton C6 REF 160021 (ESM Board PN 10144626 UDI-DI code: 76300028PN160021ZW Hamilton C6 is a ventilator intended to provide positive pressure ventilatory support to adults and pediatrics and optionally infants and neonates.
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
Model/Catalog Number: 160021 ESM board Part Number: 10144626 GTIN: 07630002808590 UDI-DI: 76300028PN160021ZW Affected SN range: 13636 till 13950 and 13966 till 14753 13797 13801 13806 13855 13865 13981 13988 13989 14012 14015 14019 14034 14035 14042 14052 14054 14102 14109 14112 14113 14114 14115 14116 14119 14120 14121 14122 14123 14124 14126 14127 14128 14163 14168 14169 14170 14172 14173 14175 14177 14187 14188 14189 14195 14197
Devices named in this recall
1 device in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.
- HAMILTON-C6 160021Hamilton Medical AG · Ventilator, Continuous, Facility Use5 recalls10 deaths1,175 reports
Sources and updates
- Recall record: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · View the FDA recall notice ↗
- Devices: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Devices are linked when their identifier (with a valid check digit) appears in the recall's code information.
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
How recalls are matched to devices · Editorial policy · Report an error on this page