CLASS II Device recall · Reported 28 Nov 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Panda Freestanding Warmer recalled by GE Healthcare
GE Healthcare is recalling Panda Freestanding Warmer, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 25 Sep 2018 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-0483-2019
- FDA event ID
- 81224
- Recalling firm
- GE Healthcare, Waukesha, WI
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Sep 2018
- FDA classified
- 19 Nov 2018
- Reported
- 28 Nov 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Packaging Defects
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 25 Sep 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 19 Nov 2018 | Classified by FDA | +55 days |
| 28 Nov 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Potential electric leakage affecting the user.
Packaging recalls include wrong labels, wrong products in the wrong bottle, missing leaflets, short-filled or empty capsules and seals that fail.
Product as listed by the FDA
Panda Freestanding Warmer. Device sold under the following product names: Panda Freestanding Warmer and Panda Freestanding Warmer Generic ATO Model. Infant Radiant warmer.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Vietnam.
Questions about this recall
Is Panda Freestanding Warmer recalled?
Yes. GE Healthcare recalled Panda Freestanding Warmer on 25 Sep 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0483-2019.
Why was it recalled?
Potential electric leakage affecting the user.
Which lots are affected?
Model Number, UDI (Serial Number): 2063568-001-535551, 010084068210391621PFSX7006711180626 (PFSX70067); 2063568-001-289325, Not Applicable (HDJT51400); 2063568-001-289325, Not Applicable (HDJT51401); 2063568-001-528373, 010084068210391621PFSX7005911180618 (PFSX70059); 2063568-001-529111, 010084068210391621PFSX7008111180731 (PFSX70081); 2063568-001-501555, 010084068210391621PFSV6011411161219 (PFSV60114); 2063568-001-562946, 010084068210391621PFSX7005011180503 (PFSX70050); 2063568-001-297793, Not Applicable (HDJT51542); 2063568-001-533799, 010084068210391621PFSW60069170515 (PFSW60069); 2063568-001-347865, Not Applicable (HDJT61189); 2063568-001-533888, 010084068210391621PFSW6007111170515 (PFSW60071); 2063568-001-533888, 010084068210391621PFSW6007011170515 (PFSW60070); 2063568-001-533888, 010084068210391621PFSW6007211170515 (PFSW60072);
Where was it sold?
Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Vietnam.
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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