# FDA recall Z-0489-2018

> **Philips North  America, LLC** · Class I · device recall initiated 2017-07-12.

## Product

MRx Defibrillator Model # M3535A & M3536A, UDI 00884838000018(21)US00601969    Product Usage:  The HeartStart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician

## Reason for recall

Affected units may have a defective component that is intended to protect the internal circuitry from high voltages during shock delivery.  The defective component may also prevent delivery of shocks in AED mode.

## Distribution

No U.S. distribution, Internationally to: India, Ireland, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa & United Kingdom

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-0489-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Philips North  America, LLC
- **Classification:** Class I
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2017-07-12
- **Report date:** 2018-02-14
- **Termination date:** 2020-05-27

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Andover, MA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0489-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-0489-2018. Retrieved 2026-06-03 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-0489-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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