Tec 6 continuous Flow Vaporizer and Tec 6 Plus Anesthesia Vaporizer. The Datex-Ohmeda Tec 6 Pl...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2161-2013 — Class II — July 29, 2013
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2161-2013 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | July 29, 2013 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | GE Healthcare, LLC |
| Location | Waukesha, WI |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 31,443 devices (23,947 US, 7496 OUS) |
Product Description
Tec 6 continuous Flow Vaporizer and Tec 6 Plus Anesthesia Vaporizer. The Datex-Ohmeda Tec 6 Plus and Tec 6 Plus NAD Variant is an electronic vaporizer which delivers the anesthetic agent desflurane. The Tec 6 Plus attaches only to Datex-Ohmeda anesthesia machines equipped with the proprietary Selectatec manifold. The Tec 6 Plus NAD Variant attaches only to NAD anesthesia machines equipped with the NAD exclusion type manifold.
Reason for Recall
GE Healthcare has recently become aware of a potential safety issue involving the pre-operative check, low pressure leak test at 1% dial setting of the Tec 6 and Tec 6 Plus Vaporizers. The user manual pre-operative check, low pressure leak test may not detect the full range of leaks from seal wear degradation in the vaporizers. If the leak is not detected, it will result in fresh gas leaking to
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Puerto Rico and internationally to AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BAHAMAS, BAHRAIN, BELGIUM, BOLIVIA, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, COSTA RICA, CROATIA local name-Hrvatska, CYPRUS, DENMARK, ECUADOR, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HONG KONG, INDIA, IRELAND, ISRAEL, ITALY, JORDAN, KOREA-REPUBLIC OF, KUWAIT, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MALTA, MEXICO, NETHERLANDS, NEW ZEALAND, NORWAY, OMAN, PAKISTAN, POLAND, PORTUGAL, QATAR, RUSSIAN FEDERATION, SAUDI ARABIA, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, SWITZERLAND, TAIWAN, THAILAND, TURKEY, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, UNITED KINGDOM, and VENEZUELA,
Lot / Code Information
Part Numbers: X1107-9001-000, X1107-9002-000, X1107-9003-000, X1107-9004-000, X1107-9005-000, X1107-9006-000, X1107-9007-000, X1109-9008-000, X1109-9009-000, X1107-9010-000, X1107-9011-000, X1107-9012-000, X1107-9014-000, X1107-9015-000, X1107-9016-000, X1107-9101-000, X1107-9102-000, X1107-9103-000, X1107-9201-000, X1107-9202-000, X1107-9203-000, X1107-9205-000, X1107-9206-000, X1107-9601-000, X1107-9602-000, X1107-9603-000, X1107-9604-000, X1107-9605-000, X1107-9606-000, X1107-9607-000, X1107-9608-000, X1107-9609-000, X1107-9610-000, X1107-9611-000, X1107-9612-000, X1107-9614-000, X1107-9615-000, X1107-9616-000, X1107-9617-000, M1145610-X, M1220023-X, M1220854-X, M1221495-X, 2064455-X, M1243207-X, X1107-9701-000, X1107-9702-000, X1107-9703-000, X1107-9211-000, X1107-9212-000, X1107-9213-000, X1107-9215-000, X1107-9216-000, X1107-9217-000, X1107-9207-000, X1107-9208-000, 2066725-X, 2066835-X, 2069767-X, 1107-9601-000, 1107-9612-000, M1221495, M1220023, M1243207, 1107-9602-000, 1107-9603-000, 1107-9604-000, 1107-9605-000, 1107-9606-000, 1107-9607-000, 1107-9608-000, 1107-9609-000, 1107-9610-000, 1107-9611-000, 1107-9614-000, 1107-9615-000, 1107-9616-000, 1107-9617-000, M1145610, M1220854, 2064455-001, M1098876, 2066725-001, 2066835-001, 2069767-001, X1107-8003-000, X1107-8006-000, X1107-8007-000, X1107-8008-000, X1107-8012-000, X1107-8013-000, X1107-8014-000, X1107-8015-000, X1107-8016-000, X1107-8017-000, X1107-8018-000, X1107-8019-000
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.