CLASS I Device recall · Reported 14 Jun 2023 · FDA Enforcement Report
Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended recalled by BearCare
BearCare is recalling Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 10 May 2023 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.
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-1633-2023
- FDA event ID
- 92275
- Recalling firm
- BearCare, Hauppauge, NY
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 10 May 2023
- FDA classified
- 8 Jun 2023
- Reported
- 14 Jun 2023
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Temperature Abuse
- Device type
- Patient Monitors
Timeline
| 10 May 2023 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Jun 2023 | Classified by FDA | +29 days |
| 14 Jun 2023 | 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
There have been reports of skin burns to children wearing the device.
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Product as listed by the FDA
Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring of children ages 0-6 years in non-emergency medical situations, Model Number WT20
Where it was distributed
US Nationwide distribution.
Questions about this recall
Is Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring recalled?
Yes. BearCare recalled Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring on 10 May 2023. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1633-2023.
Why was it recalled?
There have been reports of skin burns to children wearing the device.
Which lots are affected?
Lot Number 20221115W002
Where was it sold?
US Nationwide 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 I mean?
Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.
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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