Alcon/Grieshaber Morris ILM Forceps, Direct Action; Manual ophthalmic surgical instrument, Catalog Number: 641.22; Non-s
FDA device recall Z-1461-2008 · posted 2008-05-14 · Terminated
Recall details
- Recalling firm
- Alcon Research, Ltd
- Reason for recall
- Device corrosion: Forceps are prone to corrosion and possibly premature fracture and/or malfunction.
- Action taken
- 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
- Status
- Terminated
- Product code
- HNR
- Quantity affected
- 24 units
- Distribution
- Nationwide Distribution including states of AL and CA.
- Date initiated
- 2008-03-07
- Date posted
- 2008-05-14
- Date terminated
- 2008-07-18
- Location
- Fort Worth, TX
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