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FDA device recall Z-0009-2015 · posted 2014-10-02 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Gendex Corp
Reason for recall
Two (2) failures of the spring link components within the articulated arm assembly. The spring links broke during normal assembly process for the articulated arm during first cycle of the arm, prior to the 14lb tube head (full load) being installed onto the assembled articulated arm.
Action taken
Gendex sent a Recall Notification Letter, dated August 12, 2014 and a second Communication Notification letter on September 22, 2014 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem, and actions to be taken. For questions contact Gendex Customer Service at 1-800-323-8029.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
EHD
Quantity affected
651
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Europe, Canada, Australia, China, Russia, Taiwan, Singapore, and Thailand.
Date initiated
2014-08-12
Date posted
2014-10-02
Date terminated
2017-03-24
Location
Hatfield, PA

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