Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2011-03-23
Date Terminated2016-08-29
Product Quantity139 units
Reason for Recall
The software enables programming of the GemStar device for a Bolus Lower Lockout Limit outside of the hard limits entered into the GemStar SP Infusion Suite Database PC application.
Firm Action
The firm, Hospira, sent "URGENT DEVICE FIELD CORRECTION" letters dated March 23, 2011 to their customers on the same date. The letter described the product, problem and preventative action to be taken by the customers until the software can be upgraded. The customers were requested to contact Hospira Global Product Safety and Complaints at 1-800-441-4100 to report adverse events, and Hospira Advanced Knowledge Center at 1-800-241-4002 for technical assistance. The accounts were also requested to complete the attached Reply Form and return it to Hospira via fax at 1-262-577-6921.
For additional information and technical assistance, contact Hospira Advanced knowledge Center at 1-800-241-4002, option 4 (available 24 hours a day/7 days per week).
Root Cause
Software design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and countries including: Canada, Chile, Colombia and Singapore
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.