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FDA device recall Z-2911-2011 · posted 2011-08-01 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
The Anspach Effort, Inc.
Reason for recall
On July 30th, 2010 the Anspach Effort, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall on their Anspach Single Use, Sterile Bone Cutting Burrs. A complaint was recieved stating that the product had failed during a procedure.
Action taken
The Anspach Effort, Inc. sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE PRODUCT REMOVAL" letter dated October 20, 2010 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customer to screen their inventory for the affected product and not to include any product received after October 18, 2010. Customers are instructed to contact Anspach Customer Support at 800-327-6887 to arrange for return and replacement of product. Customers are to complete and return a Customer Reply Form via fax at 800-327-6661. Questions regarding this notice should be directed to Anspach Customer Support at 800-327-6887. Customer notification began on 10/20/2010 in writing (Fed Ex) with instructions to return the required devices. Anspach utilized their sales representatives to facilitate the product replacement and return activities.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
HBE
Quantity affected
83
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Belgium, France, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, and United Kingdom.
Date initiated
2010-10-13
Date posted
2011-08-01
Date terminated
2011-11-07
Location
Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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