Was the Philips EverFlo Oxygen Concentrator Recalled?
Short answer: no — the EverFlo and EverFlo Q were never part of the 2021 Philips recall. Here's what that recall actually covered, and what's changed with EverFlo since then.
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What the 2021 Philips recall actually covered
In June 2021, Philips recalled millions of CPAP, BiPAP and mechanical ventilator devices over a foam degradation issue in the sound-abatement material inside those specific device types. The recall was about that internal foam, not about oxygen delivery in general — and it did not extend to Philips' oxygen concentrator line.
Was the EverFlo / EverFlo Q recalled?
No — the EverFlo and EverFlo Q were not part of the 2021 recall.
Philips' oxygen concentrator range, including the EverFlo and EverFlo Q, did not use the same sound-abatement foam involved in the CPAP/BiPAP/ventilator recall, and was never named in Philips' recall notice or subsequent FDA actions.
If you're using — or were using — an EverFlo, there's no safety action tied to the 2021 recall that applies to your device.
What's changed with EverFlo since 2021
Separately from the recall, Philips has since discontinued the EverFlo and EverFlo Q entirely. In January 2024, Philips announced it was discontinuing a number of sleep and respiratory products in the US, including the EverFlo. In the EU, production also ended as part of a broader portfolio restructuring, driven in part by the cost of bringing older device generations into compliance with the EU's stricter Medical Device Regulation (MDR) — not by any safety concern with the device itself.
Practical takeaway: new EverFlo units are generally no longer being manufactured. If you're shopping today, expect to be looking at remaining old stock or a current-generation replacement rather than a fresh EverFlo.
Looking for a current oxygen concentrator
If your EverFlo needs replacing, or you're shopping for a home oxygen concentrator today, we carry current models including the Philips Oxygenate 5.
Frequently asked questions
Is the EverFlo dangerous to use?
The EverFlo was never linked to the foam-degradation issue behind the 2021 CPAP/BiPAP/ventilator recall. If you have concerns about a specific unit's condition or performance, that's a question for your equipment provider or Philips support, not the 2021 recall.
Why was EverFlo discontinued if it wasn't recalled?
Philips discontinued the EverFlo as part of a broader business decision — exiting parts of the US respiratory portfolio and, in the EU, facing the cost of re-certifying older devices under the EU's Medical Device Regulation. It was a commercial and regulatory decision, unrelated to the 2021 safety recall.
Which Philips devices were actually recalled?
The recall covered specific CPAP, BiPAP and ventilator lines — including DreamStation, SystemOne, and several others — manufactured before April 26, 2021. Oxygen concentrators were not part of this list.
Can I still get parts or support for my EverFlo?
Manufacturer service support has been reported to continue for a period after discontinuation, but availability varies by region and over time. Contact Philips support or your equipment provider to check current status for your specific unit.
Please note: this guide is for general information and isn't medical advice. Questions about your specific oxygen therapy, prescribed flow rate, or equipment condition should go to your doctor or respiratory equipment provider.
