Medical device recalls
38751 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceAbbott Molecular, Inc.Class IIAlinity m System, Part No. 08N53-002
There is a potential for abnormal (non-sigmoidal) amplification curves.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceHowmedica Osteonics Corp.Class IITriathlon Pro Tibial Preparation Tray, Revision AC- for organization, storage, and transport in preparation for sterilization of re-usable instruments required for implanting the Triathlon Globalization Implant System for individual patients receiving primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Catalog# 6541-9-109
Triathlon Pro Tibial Preparation Tray may have been kitted with the Triathlon Cemented #1-3 Keel Punch (P/N: 6541-2-013) instead of the Triathlon Pro #0-3 Cemented Keel Punch (P/N: 6541-2-013Y) instrument can lead to delay in surgery or if used could lead to unintended bone preparation
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceUromedica Inc.Class IIUROMEDICA Implantation Instrument Set (Sheath and Sharp Trocar), REF 750041, nonsterile.
The U-channel sheaths may cause damage to ProACT implant devices when the devices are passed through the sheath during a ProACT implantation procedure.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceDiaSorin Molecular LLCClass IISimplexa Direct Amplification Disc Kit, Product Kit Code MOL1455
A subset of affected discs are at risk of leakage when it is used more than one time with Simplexa COVID-19 Direct and/or Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct Gen II. Leakage from a well that had a positive sample may cause further cross-contamination in areas of the lab if not properly cleaned.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceNikkiso Ltd - Shizuoka PlantClass IIDBB-06 Hemodialysis Delivery System
Device lacks premarket approval.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceQiagen Sciences LLCClass IIQIAstat-Dx Respiratory SARS-CoV-2 Panel (US IVD under FDA EUA 200075); REF 691223
The firm identified sixteen (16) faulty cartridges in LOT 210209, which contain incorrect primer-probe mixes in the reaction chambers. If an affected cartridge is used, false-negative, false-positive, or both false-negative and false-positive results could occur.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceTapemark CompanyClass IIIiontoPATCH On-the-Go Patch Therapy, Transdermal Iontophoretic Drug Delivery System, Extra Strength, 8-HOUR Average Wear Time, 6/1-patch pouches/box. Dosage: 120mA/min.
The dosage information on the pouch is incorrect; the primary carton label is correct.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceMedshape, INC.Class IIDYNANAIL MINI, Endcap +6mm, REF 2600-05-006, Rx Only, Sterile
The firm identified a nonconformance in Lot 04882 involving the endcap being manufactured to a longer length than indicated in product specifications, introducing the risk of the +6 mm endcap not seating flush with the nail while inserting during a procedure.
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceBiomeme, Inc.Class IIBiomeme SARS-CoV-2- Real Time RT-PCR Test, Instructions for Use, Part number 100002824 Subcomponent of: SARS-CoV-2 Go-Strips, 3000555; SARS-CoV-2 Go-Plates, 3000562; SARS-Cov-2 Bulk Vials, 3000564
The current IFU specifies a shelf-life of one week after resuspension of the RPC Buffer when stored at room temperature. Ongoing stability studies have indicated the need to shorten the life of the RPC Buffer once resuspended from the current instruction of one week to two days when stored at room temperature (15degC-30degC).
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.Class IIAtellica CH 930 Analyzer with Software version: V1.25.1 and lower- An automated, clinical chemistry analyzer designed to perform in vitro diagnostic tests on clinical specimens. Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11067000
(1)Software (SW) versions V1.25.1 and lower may result in TDef (Test Definition) Parameters for Open Channel Assays reverting to Default Value would shift test results by the magnitude of the implemented Assay Correlation factor; (2) On Board Stability (OBS) Not Updating with Manual Change for Open Channel Assays may continue to use the reagent past its expiration date leading to potential erroneous patient sample results
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceFlower Orthopedics CorporationClass IIFlex-Thread Inserter Shaft intended for Fibula intramedullary-intended to be used with the Inserter Draw Rod and Blue Ratchet Handle in order to facilitate the insertion of the Flex-Thread Nail System- Catalog Number: 8435-1
Mating incompatibility between the Inserter Shaft and the Inserter Draw Rod causing the inserter draw rod to bind and not rotate freely as intended surgeon may be unable to complete surgery unless a second set is available
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceInvacare CorporationClass IIInvacare AVIVA Storm RX with LiNX Gyro Power Wheelchair (with LiNX Gyro Module Model Numbers DLX-GRY100-A and DLX-GRY101-A) Models: SRX-20R, SRX-20SP, SRX-20MP
Power Wheelchairs with a LiNX Gyro component running firmware version 6.1.2 can experience a more aggressive deceleration rate than the programmed rate due to the system following the incorrect deceleration profile, resulting in potential injury
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceInvacare CorporationClass IIInvacare AVIVA FX with LiNX Gyro Power Wheelchair (with LiNX Gyro Module Model Numbers DLX-GRY100-A and DLX-GRY101-A) Models: IFX-20R, IFX-20SP, IFX-20MP, IFX-20C
Power Wheelchairs with a LiNX Gyro component running firmware version 6.1.2 can experience a more aggressive deceleration rate than the programmed rate due to the system following the incorrect deceleration profile, resulting in potential injury
- 2022-01-12FDA-DeviceInvacare CorporationClass IIInvacare TDX SP2 with LiNX Gyro Power Wheelchair (with LiNX Gyro Module Model Numbers DLX-GRY100-A and DLX-GRY101-A) Models: TDX SP2: TDXSP2, TDXSP2-CG, TDXSP2X-CG, TDXSP2-MCG, TDXSP2X-MCG, TDXSP2V, TDXSP2V-HD, TDXSP2HD, TDXSP2HD-CG, TDXSP2HD-MCG
Power Wheelchairs with a LiNX Gyro component running firmware version 6.1.2 can experience a more aggressive deceleration rate than the programmed rate due to the system following the incorrect deceleration profile, resulting in potential injury
- 2022-01-05FDA-DeviceAMO Manufacturing USA, LLCClass IICatalys Precision Laser System, Models: Catalys-U (United States), Catalys-I (International), Catalys-C (China); and Catalys Precision Laser System No Bed, Models: 0160-6020 (United States), 0160-6010 (International)
Aberrometer and precision laser systems are affected by a remote code execution vulnerability existing when the Microsoft Windows Print Spooler service is enabled, and improperly performs privileged file operations. This could be exploited to run arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges, allowing for program installation; view/change/deleting data; or creation of new accounts with full user rights.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DeviceAMO Manufacturing USA, LLCClass IIiDesign, Model - G300: System AWS (International), System AWS (China), Advanced WaveScan Studio (United States); iDesign Refractive Studio Aberrometer (International) and (United States), Model: G301
Aberrometer and precision laser systems are affected by a remote code execution vulnerability existing when the Microsoft Windows Print Spooler service is enabled, and improperly performs privileged file operations. This could be exploited to run arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges, allowing for program installation; view/change/deleting data; or creation of new accounts with full user rights.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass IIKarl Storz Udel Sterilization Tray Instructions for Use, Tray Part Number/Description: 39301ACTS/CAMERA TRAY (STERRAD, INLINE CAMERA HEADS); 39301AS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES 4MM X 18CM); 39301BCTS/CAMERA TRAY (INLINE/C-MOUNT CAMERA HEADS); 39301BS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES 5MM X 35CM); 39301C1S/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 1 RIGID SCOPE & LT CABLE); 39301CS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPE 10MM X 31CM); 39301DS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD,
To ensure sterilization effectiveness, sterilization tray instructions for use were updated and now state 1) udel trays may be used with flexible endoscopes with lumen diameters greater-than-or-equal to 1.2mm and maximum length of 845mm and 2) ethylene oxide is excluded as a sterilization modality.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIARTISTE with syngo RT Therapist-linear accelerator systems to deliver X-Ray photon and electron radiation for the therapeutic treatment of cancer. Model Number: 8162815
Potential safety issue under specific preconditons that may result in a user selecting the wrong site for treatment with the possibility to deliver dose to the wrong isocenter which could result in serious patient injury
- 2022-01-05FDA-DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.Class IIAtellica CH ¿2-Microglobulin (B2M) -M) Assay for in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of ¿2-microglobulin in human serum and plasma Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11097635
¿2 Microglobulin (B2M) Reagent Lot 211446 Bias with Quality Control and Patient Sample Results. Positive bias on patient samples of up to +20.9% at a B2M concentration of approximately 1.5 mg/L and a negative bias on patient samples of up to -10.5% at a B2M concentration of approximately 15 mg/L
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS SARS-COV-2 IgG, Ref 423834-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS SARS-COV-2 IgM, Ref 423833-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Lyme IgG II (LYM), REF 417401
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Lyme IgM II (LYM), REF 416436
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Estradiol II, REF 30431-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS FSH, REF 30407-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS LH, REF 30406-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS RUB IgG (RBG), REF 30226
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS TOXO IgG Avidity (TXGA), REF 30222-01
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Measles IgG (MSG), REF 30219
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
- 2022-01-05FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Mumps IgG (MPG), REF 30218
bioMerieux has been receiving an increasing number of complaints linked to a VIDAS substrate error. It prevents the test from being run, therefore leads to potential delayed results as the user must run another test.
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