Whirlpool Corporation: Medical Device Recall in 2020 - (Recall #: Z-2815-2020)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2020.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

PAPR (Powered Air-Purifying Respirator) - Model# WLPAPR20W1

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 2, 2020

Date Posted: August 26, 2020

Recall Number: Z-2815-2020

Event ID: 86034

Reason for Recall:

The rivets that secure the elastic headband to the face shield have the potential to be mis-assembled. When this condition occurs, it can result in a headband that can become loose from face shield allowing the face shield to shield on the user.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 528 units

Code Information:

Lot code: JX20 (or week #20 of 2020)

Distribution Pattern:

The products were distributed to the following US states: MI.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated