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ALM Prismatic Surgical Light 9551 DF; Maquet SA. ALM PRISMATIC (PRC) Surgical Lights are used to provide visible illumin

FDA device recall Z-1153-2009 · posted 2009-04-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
MAQUET Inc.
Reason for recall
The screws holding the Prismatic triple surgical lights may break due to dynamic multidirectional bending stress. The firm has received one complaint report.
Action taken
An "Urgent Device Correction" letter dated February 23, 2009 was mailed by FedEx Tracking to all affected consignees. The letter described the issue, potential hazard and recommended precaution. Customers were instructed to complete the enclosed "Customer Response Fax Form" and return it via fax (1-732-667-1903) to Maquet, Inc. Maquet, Inc. will schedule repair service of the affected units once the "Customer Response Fax Form" is received. Direct questions to your local Maquet, Inc. Representative.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
FTD
Quantity affected
54 of all units, both article numbers
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Date initiated
2009-02-23
Date posted
2009-04-12
Date terminated
2009-09-29
Location
Bridgewater, NJ

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