FDA Recall Terminated

Aerosol Mask with 15 mm Adapter, REF MD127, Manufacturer: King Systems, Nobleville, IN. An oxygen mask is a device placed over a patient's nose, mouth, or tracheostomy to administer oxygen or aerosols.

Recall: Z-1889-2011 · Initiated January 24, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1889-2011
Event Number
57972
Firm
King Systems Corp.
FEI Number
1824226
Product Code
BYG
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
January 24, 2011
Posted
April 6, 2011
Terminated
August 14, 2012
Address
15011 Herriman Blvd, Noblesville, IN, 46060

Description

Aerosol Mask with 15 mm Adapter, REF MD127, Manufacturer: King Systems, Nobleville, IN. An oxygen mask is a device placed over a patient's nose, mouth, or tracheostomy to administer oxygen or aerosols.

Reason

The firm is conducting a subrecall of facetent masks because the masks could have a sticky substance on the inside or outside of the mask that may manifest itself 6-8 months after the manufacture date of the product. The sticky substance could result in inconvenience or in some remote cases cause patient harm.

Action

The firm issued an URGENT PRODUCT RECALL letter dated 1/24/2011. The letter identified the affected product and stated the reason for recall. The letter instructed consignees to cease all sales, to immediately examine their inventory, and to quarantine the product. The letter included a response form that is to be completed and returned. Distributors were instructed to inform their customers of the recall. King Systems Customer Service Department should be contacted at 1-800-642-5464 in order to receive a Return Authorization Number. The letter stated that consignees should return the recalled products to King Systems and the firm will replace the products or provide an acceptable substitute. Customers should contact Customer Service if they have any questions regarding the recall and the letter.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution -- NM, GA, TX, FL, IL, VA and LA.

Quantity

33 cases of 50 per case 1,650 units