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Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener VS100
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Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener VS100

Welch Allyn is recalling the Spot Vision Screener VS100 (software v3.2.0.1) due to a screen flickering issue that may trigger seizures.

What to do

Contact your local Welch Allyn representative or visit the company's website to obtain the necessary software update to resolve the flickering issue.

Posted
Updated
Recall No.
Z-1573-2026
Agency
Firm
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Recall ID
98439
Status
ONGOING

Why it was recalled

Welch Allyn is recalling the Spot Vision Screener VS100, software version 3.2.0.1, because the display screen may unintentionally flicker. This flickering poses a risk of inducing photosensitive seizure activity in susceptible individuals. The product was distributed nationwide.

Is mine affected?

Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.

Brand Name: Welch Allyn, Inc. Product Name: Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener VS100 Model/Catalog Number: VS100 Software Version: Software version 3.2.0.1 Product Description: Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener VS100, FDA product code name: Refractometer, ophthalmic One unit per package

UPC
00732094214154, 00732094212228
Recall #
Z-1573-2026

Where it was sold

Distributed nationwide.

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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · last updated 2026-06-11 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification