FDA Recall Open, Classified

Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler, 4.0mm, Part No. 174021 - Product Usage: has application in endoscopic general surgery procedures for fixation of mesh in the repair of hernial defects and in other surgical specialties for approximation of tissue(s).

Recall: Z-2252-2020 · Initiated May 12, 2020

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2252-2020
Event Number
85689
Firm
Covidien Llc
FEI Number
1282497
Product Code
GCI
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
May 12, 2020
Address
15 Hampshire St, Mansfield, MA, 02048-1113

Description

Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler, 4.0mm, Part No. 174021 - Product Usage: has application in endoscopic general surgery procedures for fixation of mesh in the repair of hernial defects and in other surgical specialties for approximation of tissue(s).

Reason

The product is recalled due to a manufacturing assembly error that may cause the staples to fail to properly advance within the staple cartridge when the instrument handle is compressed.

Action

All consignees were notified by letter titled "Urgent Medical Device Recall" delivered via Federal Express and/or certified mail beginning May 12, 2020. The letter informs customers of the recall of specific item codes and production lots of Multifire hernia staplers due to a manufacturing assembly error. Use of a device with this condition may result in the failure of staples to properly advance within the staple cartridge when the instrument handle is compressed. Customers are instructed to take the following actions: " Immediately quarantine and discontinue use of the affected item code and lot. " Return affected product. " Promptly forward the information from the customer communication to any recipients to whom they have distributed any of the affected product. " Complete the Recalled Product Return Form even if you do not have inventory. If you have any questions about this event, you may contact Medtronic via email at [email protected]

Distribution

Worldwide distribution.

Quantity

12,610 total