MPI Rapid Response HUT Table, Model #RRHUT 1017. The firm name on the label is Medical Positioning Inc., Kansas City, MO

FDA device recall Z-1211-2012 · posted 2012-03-15 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm

Medical Positioning Inc

Reason for recall

The warning label regarding electrical shock was not placed on the device warning to have the power switch in the "OFF" position prior to connecting the unit to electric power.

Action taken

Medical Positioning Inc. sent a "RAPID RESPONSE HUT TABLE LABELING CORRECTION NOTIFICATION" letter dated March 5, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter included an Owner's Manual insert page which clearly states the warning and how to avoid the electric shock hazard and a warning tag to attach to the product's power cord near the plug end using the provided wire tie. Contact the firm at 816-595-2356 for questions regarding this notice.

Root cause

Error in labeling

Status

Terminated

Product code

LGX

Quantity affected

5 tables

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including the states of IN, KS, WI, NY, IL, NC, OH, and MS and the country of Thailand.

Date initiated

2012-03-05

Date posted

2012-03-15

Date terminated

2013-07-11

Location

Kansas City, MO