Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2010-07-09
Date Terminated2011-02-14
Product Quantity396 instruments
Reason for Recall
The weld that connects the electrode to the active rod was separated. This connection is critical to the proper function of these devices. If the weld is separated, the product will not deliver energy to the jaws, resulting in the potential for a cut/transection without a seal. Ethicon Endo-Surgery identified this issue during a routine finished goods quality inspection.
Firm Action
Ethicon Endo-Surgery issued an Urgent: Device Recall, Event 2193 letter dated July 19, 2010 identifying the affected device, the issue prompting the recall, and actions to be taken by consignees.
Consignees were instructed:
Do not use the affected product.
Identify and quarantine affected product from inventory.
Complete the Business Reply form and fax to Stericycle at 877-597-9580 within three days
To return product, place it in a box with a copy of the Business Reply form and mail to Stericycle using the pre-printed UPS shipping label. Replacement product should be received by the customer within 60 days of return of affected product.
Customers can contact Stericycle about this recall at 877-243-7314 and referencing Event 2193.
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution to the following states: AZ, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NV, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX, WA, and WV.
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.