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FDA Device recall Z-0434-2013

SenTec V-Sign Membrane Changer Insert (VS-MCI), 5 pieces

On 2012-11-28 the FDA classified a Class II recall of SenTec V-Sign Membrane Changer Insert (VS-MCI), 5 pieces by Sentec Ag, citing A manufacturing defect was observed for the membrane changer insert that does not allow electrolyte to be present under the new membrane. The PCO2 performance of a sensor without….

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0434-2013
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2012-11-05
Published2012-11-28
Last updated2026-09-13 11:53 UTC
CompanySentec Ag
DistributionMO

Product

SenTec V-Sign Membrane Changer Insert (VS-MCI), 5 pieces. The SenTec V-Sign Membrane Changer Insert is indicated for use with the V-Sign Membrane Changer only. The V-sign Sensor is indicated for use with the SenTec Digital Monitor when continuous non-invasive monitoring of carbon dioxide tension, oxygen saturation, and pulse rate are required for adult and pediatric patients.

Reason

A manufacturing defect was observed for the membrane changer insert that does not allow electrolyte to be present under the new membrane. The PCO2 performance of a sensor without electrolyte will be deteriorated.

Identifiers

code_infoLot numbers: 1D0F, 1D58, 1D80, 1DCA, 1DEA, 1E5F

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0434-2013%22

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