CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 12 Nov 2025 · FDA Enforcement Report
bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery recalled by B-K Medical A/S
B-K Medical A/S is recalling bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 9 Oct 2025 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0440-2026
- FDA event ID
- 97830
- Recalling firm
- B-K Medical A/S, Herlev, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 9 Oct 2025
- FDA classified
- 6 Nov 2025
- Reported
- 12 Nov 2025
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Imaging Equipment
Timeline
| 9 Oct 2025 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 6 Nov 2025 | Classified by FDA | +28 days |
| 12 Nov 2025 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
GE HealthCare has become aware that the Instructions for Use within the user guide and service manual do not adequately state the required battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling procedures, or general battery safety precautions.
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery; Model No. 2300-61; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
Where it was distributed
Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and OUS (foreign) to countries of: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Rep, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic Of), Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkiye, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.
Stores named: Walmart
Questions about this recall
Is bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery recalled?
Yes. B-K Medical A/S recalled bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery on 9 Oct 2025. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-0440-2026.
Why was it recalled?
GE HealthCare has become aware that the Instructions for Use within the user guide and service manual do not adequately state the required battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling procedures, or general battery safety precautions.
Which lots are affected?
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Where was it sold?
Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and OUS (foreign) to countries of: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Rep, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic Of), Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkiye, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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