Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 20888 |
| Brand Name: | Laerdal Suction Unit |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | LCSU4, 300ml Complete Unit, LCSU 4, 800ml Complete Unit |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Laerdal (New Zealand) Ltd 79 Apollo Drive Rosedale Auckland 0632 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 251 400 |
| Manufacturer: | Laerdal Medical AS |
| Issue: | The On/Off functionality in the LCSU 4 is controlled by electronic components. One of these components might be damaged. The damage occurs over time when the unit is connected to a power source (battery or external power source), but is not related to frequency of use. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Manufacturer to issue advice regarding use |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 6/12/2016 |
