FDA Recall Terminated

Volcano TrakBack II Disposable Pullback Device; Sterile and nonpyrogenic; Single Use. TrakBack II is used to move the catheter steadily and precisely, allowing uniform collection of imaging data.

Recall: Z-2636-2014 · Initiated August 13, 2014

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2636-2014
Event Number
69049
Firm
Volcano Corporation
FEI Number
2939520
Product Code
DQO
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging
Initiated
August 13, 2014
Posted
September 12, 2014
Terminated
June 30, 2015
Address
2870 Kilgore Rd, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670-6133

Description

Volcano TrakBack II Disposable Pullback Device; Sterile and nonpyrogenic; Single Use. TrakBack II is used to move the catheter steadily and precisely, allowing uniform collection of imaging data.

Reason

Internal testing had identified a potential breach to the sterile barrier that may impact the sterility of the product.

Action

Volcano sent an Urgent Product Recall Notification letter dated August 13, 2014, to all customers who received the device in the last 25 months. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to immediately cease use of the affected product and return unused devices to the Volcano distribution center. Customers were asked to prepare the attached inventory log and then contact Volcano Customer Service at 800-228-4728, option 4 to arrange for return of any affected product in their inventory. A credit would be issued for any returned product. Customers with questions were asked to call 800-228-4728. For questions regarding this recall call 978-439-3586.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Korea, Thailand, Canada, Australia, Chili, Mexico, Argentina.

Quantity

8251 total devices (3777 US)