Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 26609 |
| Brand Name: | Bien Air - Remote control, foot switch |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Serial Numbers: 17F0060, 18F0022, 17F0013 |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Downs Distributors Ltd 9 Airborne Road North Harbour AUCKLAND |
| Contact Information: | 0800 800 234 |
| Manufacturer: | Bien Air Dental SA |
| Issue: | The manufacturer advises that there is a low possibility that the magnet located inside the foot pedal displaces or comes off during a surgery and therefore may compromise the device's safety. Use of an affected device may entail a risk of unattended start or unstoppable motor when acting on the foot pedal. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 22/9/2020 |
