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TandemHeart Transseptal Cannulas-EF set (THTC-EF) - Dilator assembly The TandemHeart Transseptal Cannula Set-EF is inten

FDA device recall Z-0889-2011 · posted 2011-01-10 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Cardiac Assist, Inc
Reason for recall
Component (Dilator of TandemHeart Transseptal Cannula Set-EF) does not meet specifications
Action taken
CardiacAssist, Inc. sent a Voluntary Recall letter dated November 12, 2010, to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the consignees. Consignees were instructed to examine inventory for the affected product and remove from inventory and identify it as a recalled product by applying the enclosed "CAUTION: DO NOT USE" sticker(s) and quarantine to prevent usage. Consignees were to complete the form included with the letter and fax a copy of the form to (412) 963-9739 to coordinate the return and replacement of any affected product. For questions regarding this recall call (412) 963-7770, ext. 271.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
DWF
Quantity affected
164
Distribution
Nationwide distribution including AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI.
Date initiated
2010-12-02
Date posted
2011-01-10
Date terminated
2011-12-01
Location
Pittsburgh, PA

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RecordFirmDate
TANDEMHEART TRANSSEPTAL CANNULA SET-EF, MODEL 5140-6221 (K052570)Cardiacassist, Inc.2006-01-17