FDA Recall Terminated

Rultract Retractor Ratchet Cover Plate Distributed by Pemco, Inc., Cleveland, OH 44131 Surgical retractor used to lift the incision site

Recall: Z-1783-2013 · Initiated July 10, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1783-2013
Event Number
65679
Firm
Pemco Inc
FEI Number
1519227
Product Code
GAD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
July 10, 2013
Posted
July 22, 2013
Terminated
February 11, 2014
Address
5663 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH, 44131-1510

Description

Rultract Retractor Ratchet Cover Plate Distributed by Pemco, Inc., Cleveland, OH 44131 Surgical retractor used to lift the incision site

Reason

The firm became aware of the problem when a ratchet cover plate on a device was returned for repair showed signs of corrosion.

Action

Rultract Skyhook sent a Recall Notification letter dated July 15, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to identify the device and return preferably just the gearbox portion of the device to: Pemco, Inc. Attn: Cover Plate Replacement 5663 Brecksville Road Independence, OH 44131 For customers who are unable to send the gearbox for recall service, Pemco would replace the Cover Plate free of charge. Customers with questions were instructed to call 216-524-2990, ext 103. For questions regarding this recall call 216-524-2990.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NM, NV, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA & WA. Internationally to Czech Republic, Italy, Japan, Korea & Singapore.

Quantity

87 units