LUCAS Chest Compression Systems Recall by Jolife AB
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Jolife AB is recalling 153 LUCAS 2, LUCAS 3, and LUCAS 3.1 chest compression systems distributed nationwide due to incomplete service documentation.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on June 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Jolife AB initiated a voluntary recall of certain LUCAS chest compression systems because service performed on a subset of the devices was not appropriately documented, with service records missing documents to justify passing results.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 153 systems distributed to U.S. states including AL, AZ, CA, FL, HI, IA, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, NC, NV, OH, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WY. Affected products include:
- LUCAS 2 (Model 99576, Catalog Numbers 99576-000024 and 99576-000011, UDI-DI 00883873904565) with listed serial numbers
- LUCAS 3 (Model 99576, Catalog Number 99576-000043, UDI-DI 00883873861875) with listed serial numbers
- LUCAS 3.1 (Model 99576, Catalog Number 99576-000063, UDI-DI 00883873834329) with listed serial numbers Recall number Z-2161-2026. The devices are intended for external cardiac compressions on adult patients in acute circulatory arrest.
What You Should Do
Consumers should check their device serial numbers against the recall list and contact the recalling firm for additional guidance.
Why This Matters
This Class II recall involves 153 devices where service documentation gaps could affect verification of device performance.
Source
FDA recall Z-2161-2026. https://www.fda.gov
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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