FDA Recall Terminated

SDMS (SenTec Digital Monitoring System)

Recall: Z-0088-2017 · Initiated September 15, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0088-2017
Event Number
75257
Firm
SenTec AG Ringstrasse 39 Therwil Switzerland
FEI Number
3004149774
Product Code
LKD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Component change control
Initiated
September 15, 2016
Posted
October 17, 2016
Terminated
June 23, 2017

Description

SDMS (SenTec Digital Monitoring System)

Reason

Sentec AG found that with one batch of an internal SenTec Monitor component (Docking Station Module) there is a risk that a fastening screw could become loose under certain circumstances. A loose screw within the monitor can create uncontrolled electrical connections, including short circuits, with the risk of smolder or fire and electrical shock (patient and/or operator).

Action

Distributors were sent via e-mail a SenTec 'Mandatory initiated field correction action" letter dated September 15, 2016 . The letter provided a "Description of the issue, Affected products, Identify and localize affected products, Removal from use, Replacement of affected products at end customer & distributor / sub-distributor level". It also provided "action information for sub-distributors and affiliates, and end customers". For questions contact SenTec Inc. by e-mail ([email protected]) or phone (636-343-0000).

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution to the states of : LA, MI, MO, OH, TN. and to the countries of : United Kingdom, The Netherlands and Australia.

Quantity

75 (54 US; 21 =OUS)