Steris HarmonyAIR A-Series Surgical Lighting System Recall
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Steris Corporation is recalling 2101 units of the HarmonyAIR A-Series Surgical Lighting System because the plus and minus buttons used to control light intensity may detach.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 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
The plus and minus buttons (+/-) used to control light intensity on the light heads may detach.
Which Products Are Affected
HarmonyAIR A-Series Surgical Lighting System. 2101 units distributed worldwide with US nationwide distribution. Recall number Z-2449-2026. Multiple UDIs affected including 00724995185947, 00724995186418, 00724995187156, 00724995188009, 00724995188498, 00724995189198 and others listed in the recall.
What You Should Do
Consumers should follow instructions provided in the firm's notification letter regarding the affected devices.
Why This Matters
Class II recall of surgical lighting equipment distributed across the United States and worldwide.
Source
FDA recall Z-2449-2026, Steris Corporation, Mentor, OH.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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