Alaris PC unit model 8000 and 8015 with Alaris PCA module model 8120 and Auto ID barcode scanner model 8600. Product Usage: The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System. The Alaris PCA (Patient Controlled Analgesia) pump is one of the modules offer under the Alaris System. The Auto ID is a barcode scanner.
FDA Recall Z-0534-2014 · Posted 2013-12-20
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Recalling FirmCareFusion 303, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFRN
Date Initiated2013-12-05
Date Terminated2016-06-02
Product Quantity4824 total units (4242 units in US)
Reason for Recall
CareFusion is recalling the Alaris PC unit (model 8000 and 8015) because the Alaris PC unit will produce an audible alarm and the Alaris PC unit will display a System Error message.
Firm Action
CareFusion sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letter dated December 5, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identifed the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to contact CareFusion Customer Advocacy at (888) 812-3266, if they experienced a SYSTEM ERROR on the Alaris PC unit. CareFusion will contact all affected customers within 60 days to initiate the scheduling process for the remediation.
Customers are instructed to complete and return the enclosed Customer Response Card to expedite the corrective action process. Customers with questions were instructed to contact CareFusion Support Center at 888-562-6018, or for Technical Support call 888-812-3229.
Root Cause
Software design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Canada, Netherlands, and Australia.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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