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Medfusion 3500 Syringe Infusion Pump with PharmGuard Medication safety Software versions 4.1.3 and 4.1.4. Medex, 4350 Gr

FDA device recall Z-0768-2007 · posted 2007-04-26 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Smiths Medical MD, Inc.
Reason for recall
Software anomaly that causes the pump to experience a sudden and unexpected failure. This anomaly occurs during the pump's startup sequence when the pump's Preventative Maintenance Alarm goes off, preventing the pump from completing its power up routine. Lock-up occurs and the pump will not function.
Action taken
Consignees were initially notified of the recall via a Customer Information Bulletin which was sent via electronic mail 2/3/07 and confimed with a telephone conversation. A Product Recall Notification and a Product Recall Bulletin will be sent to all consignees via the mail on 2/16/07.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
FRN
Quantity affected
23,519
Distribution
Nationwide, Canada, and Italy.
Date initiated
2007-02-03
Date posted
2007-04-26
Date terminated
2011-02-10
Location
Saint Paul, MN

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