Electri-Cool II Portable Cold Therapy Unit, Model Number 767, Part Number 86193
FDA Device Recall #Z-0496-2022 — Class II — November 22, 2021
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-0496-2022 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | November 22, 2021 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Gentherm Medical, LLC |
| Location | Blue Ash, OH |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 484 devices |
Product Description
Electri-Cool II Portable Cold Therapy Unit, Model Number 767, Part Number 86193
Reason for Recall
This recall has been initiated to provide a labeling update with revised instruction how to operate the unit with Cold Therapy pads.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Chile, Hong Kong, Korea, UAE.
Lot / Code Information
UDI- 10613031861938; Affected Serial Numbers are: (164-76703084 Through 213-76703694)
Other Recalls from Gentherm Medical, LLC
| Recall # | Classification | Product | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z-2092-2021 | Class II | Hemotherm CE Dual Reservoir Cooler/Heater, Mode... | Jun 17, 2021 |
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.