FDA Recall Terminated

CIVCO Latex Free NeoGuard Transducer Cover, Ref 676-117, Sterile (2.6 x 30cm) cover, packaged 24/box. The firm name on the label is CIVCO, Kalona, IA.

Recall: Z-1607-2011 · Initiated January 21, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1607-2011
Event Number
57759
Firm
Civco Medical Instruments Inc
FEI Number
1937223
Product Code
ITX
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Labeling design
Initiated
January 21, 2011
Posted
March 8, 2011
Terminated
July 9, 2013
Address
102 1st St S, Kalona, IA, 52247-9589

Description

CIVCO Latex Free NeoGuard Transducer Cover, Ref 676-117, Sterile (2.6 x 30cm) cover, packaged 24/box. The firm name on the label is CIVCO, Kalona, IA.

Reason

Non-sterile transducer covers were incorrectly labeled as sterile and contained incorrect temperature storage information.

Action

The recalling firm notified their customers via phone and e-mail letter entitled Urgent - Medical Device Correction, dated 1/21/11, explaining the reason for recall. The letter stated that the firm will replace the affected product and requested that customers dispose of the product from the affected lots. A response form was enclosed to report final disposition of the product and should be returned to the firm. If there are any questions, customers can call their customer service representative at 800-445-6741 between 8 am and 5 pm CST.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution -- WA, CA, and MO.

Quantity

31/24-cover boxes