What Happened?
In June 2021, Philips Respironics issued a massive recall of approximately 15 million CPAP machines, BiPAP machines, and mechanical ventilators because the polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam used in these devices was found to degrade over time, releasing black particulate matter and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) directly into the air pathway. Philips knew about the foam degradation problem as early as 2015 but did not recall the products for six years, during which millions of users continued to breathe degraded foam particles every night.
Who Qualifies?
You used a Philips Respironics CPAP, BiPAP, or ventilator included in the June 2021 recall for at least one year. You have been diagnosed with cancer (particularly lung, trachea, larynx, nasal/sinus, liver, or kidney cancer), or respiratory disease worsening.
Primary Diagnoses:
Litigation Status
MDL 3014 is consolidated in the Western District of Pennsylvania. Philips filed for bankruptcy protection for its North American Respironics subsidiary in 2024 to manage the litigation. Settlement negotiations are ongoing through the bankruptcy process.
Estimated Compensation
Cancer cases — especially lung and respiratory cancers in plaintiffs who used the device for many years — are the highest priority. Estimated values for cancer cases: $50,000-$500,000+ depending on cancer type, severity, age, and total device use duration.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out if my specific device is recalled?
Do I need to have kept the device?
What if I have sleep apnea but no cancer?
Does smoking affect my case?
Who is liable — Philips or my equipment supplier?
What about the replacement devices Philips sent?
The recall came out after I stopped using my CPAP — do I still qualify?
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