Medical device recalls
38685 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DevicePHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.Class IISmartPerfusion, release R1.0, R1.1, R1.1.1, R1.1.5, R1.1.5.1 and R1.1.6
There are technical issues related to signal generation and processing, which can lead to inaccurate presentations.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceBecton Dickinson & Co.Class IIBD Kiestra InoqulA+ with BD Kiestra" InoqulA+" and BeA Software version 5.1 and 5.1.1 as part of the Icefall A platform. An in vitro diagnostic medical device intended to automate specimen processing according to user-defined procedures and protocols. Catalog (Ref) No. : 447213
Upon installation of BD Kiestra" InoqulA+" and BeA version 5.1 and 5.1.1 as part of the Icefall A platform, plate information was not visible in Synapsys" after processing has occurred. This could possibly lead to a delayed diagnosis and/or treatment or need for specimen recollection streaking plated media, and inoculating tubes and slides. In Semi-Automated (SA) mode, plates are automatically selected, barcoded, streaked in a pre-configured pattern while the user manually inoculates plates, tubes, and slides. An optional biosafety cabinet on the SA module provides personnel, product, and environmental protection. The InoqulA+" solution is indicated for use in the clinical laboratory.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceNeuroLogica CorporationClass IISamsung GM85 Digital X-ray Imaging System-A Digital Diagnostic Mobile X-ray System
Issue related to the operation of the arm latch within the column that supports the arm, potential bodily harm due to a fall of the arm
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA IncClass IIINFINITY Occipitocervical Upper Thoracic System, MULTI AXIAL SCREW, Size: 4.0mm x 34mm, REF 3604034; for immobilization and stabilization of spinal segment as an adjunct to fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities of the craniocervical unction, the cervical spine (C1 to C7), and the thoracic spine from T1-T3.
Incorrect type of titanium was used which reduces the gripping strength of the screw head of 5 batches of Infinity Multi-Axial Screws
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA IncClass IIINFINITY Occipitocervical Upper Thoracic System, MULTI AXIAL SCREW, Size: 4.0mm x 26mm, REF 3604026; for immobilization and stabilization of spinal segment as an adjunct to fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities of the craniocervical unction, the cervical spine (C1 to C7), and the thoracic spine from T1-T3.
Incorrect type of titanium was used which reduces the gripping strength of the screw head of 5 batches of Infinity Multi-Axial Screws
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA IncClass IIINFINITY Occipitocervical Upper Thoracic System, PARTIALLY THREADED MULTI AXIAL SCREW, Size: 4.0mm x 22mm, REF 360PT4022; for immobilization and stabilization of spinal segment as an adjunct to fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities of the craniocervical unction, the cervical spine (C1 to C7), and the thoracic spine from T1-T3.
Incorrect type of titanium was used which reduces the gripping strength of the screw head of 5 batches of Infinity Multi-Axial Screws
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA IncClass IIINFINITY Occipitocervical Upper Thoracic System, MULTI AXIAL SCREW, Size: 4.0mm x 32mm, REF 3604532; for immobilization and stabilization of spinal segment as an adjunct to fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities of the craniocervical unction, the cervical spine (C1 to C7), and the thoracic spine from T1-T3.
Incorrect type of titanium was used which reduces the gripping strength of the screw head of 5 batches of Infinity Multi-Axial Screws
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic Sofamor Danek USA IncClass IIINFINITY Occipitocervical Upper Thoracic System, MULTI AXIAL SCREW, Size: 4.0mm x 24mm, REF 3604024; for immobilization and stabilization of spinal segment as an adjunct to fusion for the following acute and chronic instabilities of the craniocervical unction, the cervical spine (C1 to C7), and the thoracic spine from T1-T3.
Incorrect type of titanium was used which reduces the gripping strength of the screw head of 5 batches of Infinity Multi-Axial Screws
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedtronic NeuromodulationClass IIMedtronic SenSight Extension Tunneler Kit, REF B31030; The Extension Tunneler Kit is used to assist in the tunneling and passage of extensions for deep brain stimulation
Medtronic has received reports of SenSight Extension Tunneler kits that contain dual carriers with have been machined on only one side. As a result, the dual carrier cannot be used to pass two extensions simultaneously.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldClass IICenturion CirClamp with 1.3cm Bell & Insert Reprocessed, Reorder #CR230K, Sterile.
The CirClamp subassembly found in the kit was the incorrect size.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceAvanos Medical, Inc.Class IIAvanos Ballard Oral Care Swab, Bulk Packed, Product Codes: a) 12241, b) 12243, c) 12251
Incorrect expiration date.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Antibackout Lag Cover, REF 03.30.305, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Lag Plate Flush H18, REF 03.30.304, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Lag Plate Flush H16, REF 03.30.303, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Lag Plate Flush H14, REF 03.30.302, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Lag Plate Flush H12, REF 03.30.301, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceMedacta Usa IncClass IIMectaLIF ANTERIOR - Lag Plate Flush H10, REF 03.30.300, interbody fusion device
There is a potential for breakage of the small screw used to affix the anti-backout plate.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceTobii Dynavox LlcClass IITobii Dynavox TD I-110 Speech Device-tablet style speech generating device used for ambulatory people with disabilities. Catalog #: 750567
Problem maintaining the stable placement of the battery may come loose from the housing and become damaged.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceCompass Health Brands (Corporate Office)Class IIREX (Recovery Exercise X-Trainer) Pressure Therapy System- USER Manual. Intended to temporarily relieve minor muscle aches and/or pains, and to temporarily increase circulation to the treated areas. Models: DVTREX-U and DVTREX -L
Error in the Introduction section of the user manual that indicates the device may be used for the prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Marketed without a 510k for this indication
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIHabib EndoHPB Bipolar Radiofrequency (RF) Catheter 8F (2.7mm). A radiofrequency (RF) catheter which provides bipolar energy to perform partial or complete ablation of tissue in the pancreatic and biliary tracts. UPN: M00500070
Cease use of the Habib EndoHPB Bipolar RF Catheter with the ERBE VIO3 Generator immediately due to the potential for delivery of excessive energy leading to thermal injury or tissue damage. An inaccurate setting is currently provided in the HABIB EndoHPB Catheter's Instructions for Use ("IFU").
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.Class IIVITROS Immunodiagnostic Products Anti-SARSCoV- 2 Total N Antibody Calibrators programmed onto the Assay Data Disks (ADD) Data Release Versions (DRV): DRVs 6213 through 6218 supporting VITROS Calibrators. Product Code: 6199976
Incorrect Number of Calibrator Levels (2) Set for the VITROS Immunodiagnostics Products Anti-SARS-CoV-2 Total N Antibody Calibrators in Assay Data Disks (ADD), resulting in delayed patients results
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceGRAMERCY EXTREMITY ORTHOPEDICSClass IIGEO Instrument Kit for EPS Plate, REF: 70120001, part of the GEO FirstFUSE 1st MTP Joint Arthrodesis Plating System
Instrument Kits for EPS plates may contain drill guides with incorrect drill depth range of 30mm - 60mm; not the correct drill depth range of 10mm - 40mm.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceRadiometer Medical ApSClass IIAQURE REF 933-599 Software Versions 2.5.2 2.5.3 2.5.4 2.6.0 2.6.1 The AQURE system is intended to let you manage analytical devices and operator profiles. The user can associate patient data with test data. The system shows test results. The system receives data from connected devices at the point-of care or laboratory. It can send test results to the HIS/LIS. The system lets you send commands to selected devices. The system uses data related to the performance of devices, to tell user
Due to potential software issue that may result in patient mix-up information.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceSmith & Nephew, Inc.Class IIJOURNEY II UNI XLPE TIBIA INSERT MEDIAL SZ 7-8 8MM
A mispack occurred during the manufacturing process, resulting in the box incorrectly containing JOURNEY II UNI Tibia Insert Medical Size 1-2 12MM instead of the JOURNEY II UNI Tibia Insert Medial Size 7-8 8MM.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceBioFire Diagnostics, LLCClass IIFilmArray Gastrointestinal (GI) Panel for FILMARRAY Systems, REF: RFIT-ASY-0116, (30 pouches/kit)
Due to manufacturing issue, Gastrointestinal (GI) Panel may result in false negative results.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DevicePro-Dex IncClass IIKLS martin Group KLS E-COUPLING ADAPTER REF PDEC-1000-2 E-Coupling Adapter Assembly used to connect the KLS driver (e.g. drill) to a driver bit that fits into the adapter.
Incorrect Unique Device Identifier/GTIN code was used on product.
- 2023-04-26FDA-DeviceCovidienClass IShiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard Cuff, and Cuffless: Disposable Inner Cannula or Reusable Inner Cannula (REF, Product Description): 10CN10H, 10.0MM SHILEY CUFFED TRACH CAN; 10CN10R, 10.0MM ADT FLEX TRACH W TG CUFF; 10UN10A, 10.0MM UNCUFF TRACH TUBE X1; 10UN10H, 10.0MM SHILEY CUFFLESS TRACH C; 10UN10R, 10.0MM ADT FLEX TRACH CUFFLESS; 4CN65A, 6.5MM TRACH TUBE W TG CUFF X1; 4CN65H, 6.5MM SHILEY CUFFED TRACH CANN; 4CN65R, 6.5MM ADT FLEX TRACH W TG CUFF X1; 4UN65A, 6.
A manufacturing error, resulted in a less than specified diameter of adult flexible tracheostomy tube connectors, which results in unsecure connections with 15mm caps and other 15mm circuit components and accessories. An unsecure connection could lead to respiratory failure, dyspnea, treatment delay, tissue injury, or bleeding.
- 2023-04-19FDA-DeviceCovidien, LPClass IIPlain Gut Absorbable Sutures, PLAIN GUT 5/0 18 P-13 X12 (SG-5686), PLAIN GUT 4-0 18 UD SC-11 DA (SG828-2)
Medtronic was made aware of a supplier calibration issue during the contract sterilization process that may lead to unsterile product. Use of affected product may lead to an unspecified infection or, in the case of sutures used in the eye, pose a loss of vision risk.
- 2023-04-19FDA-DeviceCovidien, LPClass IIMild Chromic Gut Absorbable Sutures, CH GUT 5-0 12 UD SS-14 SS-14 (G-1766-K), CHROMIC GUT 6-0 45CM HE-1 X12 (G-1780K)
Medtronic was made aware of a supplier calibration issue during the contract sterilization process that may lead to unsterile product. Use of affected product may lead to an unspecified infection or, in the case of sutures used in the eye, pose a loss of vision risk.
- 2023-04-19FDA-DeviceCovidien, LPClass IIChromic Gut Absorbable Sutures, SURGIGUT* 0 CHR GS-25 90CM X36 (CG-904), SURGIGUT* 1 CHR GS-24 90CM X36 (CG-915), CHROMIC GUT 4-0 75CM V20 (GG-121), CHROMIC GUT 3-0 75CM V20 X36 (GG-122), CHROMIC GUT 2-0 75CM V20 X36 (GG-123), CHROMIC GUT 2-0 75CM V26 (GG-127), CHROMIC GUT 4-0 45CM P12 X36 (SG-5637), CHROMIC GUT 5-0 45CM P-13 X12 (SG-5687G), CHROMIC GUT 5-0 75CM CV23 (UG-202), CHROMIC GUT 4-0 75CM CV23 X36 (UG-203)
Medtronic was made aware of a supplier calibration issue during the contract sterilization process that may lead to unsterile product. Use of affected product may lead to an unspecified infection or, in the case of sutures used in the eye, pose a loss of vision risk.
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