Recall Notice: Defibtech Lifeline and ReviveR Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs): Recall - Software Defect May Cancel Shock

On May 10, 2011, Defibtech, LLC a manufacturer of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) issued a recall of its Model DDU-100 series with software version 2.004 or earlier, sold under the brand names Lifeline and ReviveR. The company warned that AEDs using software version 2.004 or earlier may cause the device to cancel shock during the charging process. Failure to provide appropriate therapy may result in failure to resuscitate the patient. AEDs are used on victims of sudden cardiac arrest when the patient is unconscious, unresponsive, and not breathing. To address this issue, Defibtech will provide customers with a free software upgrade. Because the conditions that may lead to a canceled shock occur rarely, it is recommended that customers keep their AEDs in service during the software upgrade process. Full instructions and recommendations are being mailed to affected customers. Defibtech is responsible for contacting all end users unless a distributor has agreed to contact their accounts directly regarding this field correction. Questions regarding this recall may be directed to Al Raebuck, Customer Service Manager, Defibtech at techsupport@defibtech.com, 1-877-453-4507 or 1-203-453-4507. Click here for more information.