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LeMaitre VascuTape Radiopaque Tape, Glow 'N Tell 55cm Tape 20 strips Catalog Number: 1108-20 Intended to be placed on th

FDA device recall Z-0436-2011 · posted 2010-11-22 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Lemaitre Vascular, Inc.
Reason for recall
Box label (Top Part). Lot and Expiration Date information were switched.
Action taken
Lemaitre Vascular notified customers by an Urgent: VascuTape Radiopaque Tape Device Field Safety Notice letter on 10/22/10 via USPS with delivery confirmation. The Notice advised users of the incorrect lot and lot number on the outer box and also provided an image of the box and label for ease in identifying the product in their inventory. The letter states that the use and functionality of the device are not affected by the problem; however, if customers feel uncomfortable continuing to use the affected device, they can contact Customer Service for replacement. The firm recommended discarding the outer box of the affected product. The letter contains a form that is requested to be returned to LeMaitre Vascular as record of notification and reconciliation. Accounts can contact customer service at 800-628-9470.
Root cause
Labeling Change Control
Status
Terminated
Product code
FTY
Quantity affected
580 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution -- AL, CA, CT, IL, ME, MI, MS, NC, NJ, NY, PA, PR, TX, and WA.
Date initiated
2010-10-22
Date posted
2010-11-22
Date terminated
2011-09-15
Location
Burlington, MA

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