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Terminated

Alcon/Grieshaber Morris ILM Forceps, Direct Action; Manual ophthalmic surgical instrument, Catalog Number: 641.22; Non-sterile/Reusable; Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Worth, TX 76134.

FDA Recall Z-1461-2008 · Posted 2008-05-14

Recalling FirmAlcon Research, Ltd
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHNR
Date Initiated2008-03-07
Date Terminated2008-07-18
Product Quantity24 units

Reason for Recall

Device corrosion: Forceps are prone to corrosion and possibly premature fracture and/or malfunction.

Firm Action

Consignees were notified by an Urgent Medical Device Recall that was sent via fax on 03/07/08. Users were instructed to cease using the affected products and to return a Recall Acknowledgement Form to the recalling firm. The sales representative will pick up the affected product and discuss replacement alternatives. For additional information, contact 1-800-757-9780.

Root Cause

Device Design

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution including states of AL and CA.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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