Arrow Nerve Block Component, Product Code: AB-18040-N: Permits placement of catheters next to nerves and nerve plexuses for continuous nerve block anesthesia or analgesia techniques for periods not exceeding 72 hours.
FDA Recall Z-0573-2015 · Posted 2014-12-12
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Recalling FirmArrow International Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeCAZ
Date Initiated2014-11-10
Date Terminated2016-09-08
Product Quantity786
Reason for Recall
Arrow is recalling certain lots of the Continuous
Nerve Block Component, Product Code: AB-18040-N,
due to a labeling inconsistency. The product
lidstock incorrectly identifies the needle in the finished good as 17Ga rather than the correct 18Ga. The product
included in the package is the correct 18Ga size. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.
Firm Action
An urgent medical device recall notification, dated November 11, 2014, was sent to consignees which identified the product, problem, and action to be taken. Customers with affected stock were asked to immediately discontinue use and quarantine any products with the catalog and lot number. To return product, the Recall Acknowledgement Form should be completed and faxed to 1-855-419-8507 Attn: Customer Service or email it to [email protected]. A customer service representative will be in contact to provide instructions for the return of product. All customers were asked to complete the Recall Acknowledgment Form and fax it to
1-855-419-8507, Attn: Customer Service or email it to [email protected].
Root Cause
Labeling False and Misleading
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide Distribution.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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