FDA Recall Terminated

Siemens Prisma 2K Hearing Aid Product Usage: A behind the ear (BTE) hearing aid developed for pediatric patients.

Recall: Z-0988-2014 · Initiated July 1, 2005

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0988-2014
Event Number
67241
Firm
Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc
FEI Number
2217809
Product Code
LEZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
July 1, 2005
Posted
February 18, 2014
Terminated
July 6, 2017
Address
10 Constitution Ave, Piscataway, NJ, 08855

Description

Siemens Prisma 2K Hearing Aid Product Usage: A behind the ear (BTE) hearing aid developed for pediatric patients.

Reason

Siemens became aware of an issue where an infant or child could open the tamper resistant battery compartment of the Siemens Prisma 2K hearing aid under certain unintended use conditions.

Action

Siemens sent a notice letter to affected customers in 7/2005 and 12/2005. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Siemens will install an additional security measure to affected product at no charge. For questions contact your Sales Representative at 800-766-4500.

Distribution

USA Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

738 units