ResMed Astral 150 Ventilator Recall: What Healthcare Providers and Equipment Owners Need to Know

Oct 14th 2026

ResMed Astral 150 Ventilator Recall: What Healthcare Providers and Equipment Owners Need to Know

Published by Outfront Medical | October 2026

In June 2026, ResMed issued an urgent medical device correction affecting certain ResMed Astral 100 and Astral 150 ventilators. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) subsequently classified the action as a Class I recall, its most serious recall classification. The issue involves a potential internal component failure that may cause the ventilator to stop delivering therapy.

For hospitals, respiratory care providers, equipment dealers, and organizations that own or manage ventilators, understanding the issue and confirming the status of affected equipment is important for patient safety and equipment management.

What prompted the recall?

According to ResMed and the FDA, a component called a supercapacitor may leak electrolyte over time in certain ventilators. This leakage can damage circuitry on the printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), potentially causing the ventilator to enter a fail-safe state. In that state, the ventilator can no longer deliver ventilation therapy. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls-and-early-alerts/ventilator-correction-resmed-issues-correction-astral-ventilator

If the problem occurs while the ventilator is operating, the reported symptoms may include:

  • Interruption or complete cessation of ventilation therapy.
  • A high-priority audible alarm.
  • A red “Safety System Fault” screen.
  • A “System Fault 140” message after the Vent Stop button is pressed.

If the issue occurs while the device is in standby, an alarm may sound, and the ventilator may be unable to start therapy.

Because interruption of ventilation can have serious consequences for ventilator-dependent patients, the FDA warns that affected devices require appropriate corrective action.

Which Astral ventilators may be affected?

The correction involves certain ResMed Astral 100 and Astral 150 ventilators manufactured before October 2024, as well as specified printed circuit board assemblies and spare parts.

Serial-number information is included in the FDA's recall documentation. However, determining whether a particular ventilator is affected requires more than relying on its model or manufacturing date alone. The main board currently installed in the device must also be considered, particularly if the unit has previously undergone service or board replacement.

Important: Confirm the status of each unit directly with ResMed or an authorized service provider using the device's identifying information and applicable manufacturer instructions.

The official FDA recall record is available here:

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfRES/res.cfm?id=221232

What should healthcare providers and equipment owners do?

Healthcare organizations and equipment managers should consider the following steps:

  1. Identify potentially affected equipment.
    Review Astral 100 and Astral 150 inventory records, including serial numbers, maintenance history, and previous circuit-board replacements.
  2. Confirm recall and correction status.
    Contact ResMed or an authorized service provider to determine whether each device is affected and what inspection or corrective action is required. Do not assume that a prior service visit or replacement part resolved the issue without confirmation.
  3. Follow manufacturer safety guidance.
    ResMed and the FDA advise that patients should not discontinue ventilator use unless instructed by their treating clinician. Healthcare providers should follow the applicable user and clinical guides, assess patient risk, and ensure appropriate backup ventilation is available.
  4. Maintain appropriate backup and emergency preparedness.
    Ventilator-dependent patients need a suitable alternative means of ventilation available when required, along with appropriately trained caregivers and monitoring consistent with their clinical needs.
  5. Document all corrective actions.
    Keep records of manufacturer communications, inspections, service work, replacement parts, and confirmation that required corrective action has been completed.

These steps should be carried out in accordance with current ResMed instructions and the clinical needs of the patients who rely on the equipment.

What does this mean for the used medical equipment market?

A recall or safety correction can affect the availability, serviceability, and resale considerations of medical equipment. For organizations buying or selling used Astral 150 ventilators, it is especially important to establish the unit's history and current status before making decisions.

Before purchasing, selling, or placing an Astral 150 into service, organizations should verify:

  • The complete model and serial number.
  • Whether the installed PCBA is affected.
  • Whether required manufacturer corrective action has been completed and documented.
  • The device's preventive maintenance and service history.
  • Whether the equipment meets the organization's applicable requirements for use.

A unit's age, operating hours, or general appearance does not establish that it is unaffected or has been corrected. Likewise, a service record should be reviewed to determine exactly what work was performed.

Availability of replacement parts and service capacity may also affect timelines. Organizations should confirm current lead times directly with ResMed or an appropriate authorized service provider.

How Outfront Medical approaches recalled equipment

At Outfront Medical, we recognize the importance of equipment history, maintenance documentation, and manufacturer safety communications when evaluating medical equipment.

When considering a ResMed Astral 150, buyers and sellers should establish the unit's recall status and documentation before proceeding. We recommend verifying applicable corrective action directly with ResMed or an authorized service provider rather than relying on assumptions based solely on the serial number or a seller's description.

Our goal is to help healthcare organizations make informed equipment decisions based on accurate information and documented equipment status.

For more information about Outfront Medical and our medical equipment solutions, visit:

https://www.outfrontmedical.com/

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Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for manufacturer instructions, regulatory guidance, clinical judgment, or authorized technical service. Recall status and corrective-action requirements should be confirmed for each individual device.

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