CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 23 Feb 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report
Veradius Unity recalled by Philips Medical Systems
Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.v is recalling Veradius Unity, distributed in 23 states. The recall was initiated on 2 Dec 2021 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-0649-2022
- FDA event ID
- 89437
- Recalling firm
- Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.v, Best, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 2 Dec 2021
- FDA classified
- 17 Feb 2022
- Reported
- 23 Feb 2022
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 2 Dec 2021 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Feb 2022 | Classified by FDA | +77 days |
| 23 Feb 2022 | 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
Firm discovered that the wireless foot switch can suddenly stop responding due to a firmware issue. If the wireless foot switch fails, there could be a delay or interruption of procedure if the hand switch is not used or if the wired foot switch is not connected to the system.
Product as listed by the FDA
Veradius Unity, Model #718132
Where it was distributed
Domestic distribution to AZ CA FL GA HI IL KS KY MA MD ME MI MN MS NC NE NJ NV NY OH PA TN TX VA WA WV. Worldwide foreign distribution.
ArizonaCaliforniaFloridaGeorgiaIllinoisKansasKentuckyMassachusettsMarylandMichiganMinnesotaMississippiNorth CarolinaNebraskaNew JerseyNevadaNew YorkPennsylvaniaTennesseeTexas
Questions about this recall
Is Veradius Unity recalled?
Yes. Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.v recalled Veradius Unity on 2 Dec 2021. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-0649-2022.
Why was it recalled?
Firm discovered that the wireless foot switch can suddenly stop responding due to a firmware issue. If the wireless foot switch fails, there could be a delay or interruption of procedure if the hand switch is not used or if the wired foot switch is not connected to the system.
Which lots are affected?
Wireless Foot switch 3P : 459801238191 Wireless Foot switch 3P: 459801238231
Where was it sold?
Domestic distribution to AZ CA FL GA HI IL KS KY MA MD ME MI MN MS NC NE NJ NV NY OH PA TN TX VA WA WV. Worldwide foreign distribution.
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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