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Z-0188-2010

XTEN LED DF cupola, P/N: 567815999. Intended to provide visible illumination for the surgical field or for...

Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, LLC / initiated 2009-10-07 / Terminated / root cause: design

MAQUET Inc. began a recall of XTEN LED DF cupola, P/N: 567815999. Intended to provide visible illumination for the surgical field or for the examination of the patient on . The reason FDA records is "Several reports have been received regarding one model of spring arm (Acrobat 200 series) in combination with surgical light from various Manufacturers. All incidents pertain to a crack on the front joint of the Acrobat...". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as design.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0188-2010
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, LLC
Product
XTEN LED DF cupola, P/N: 567815999. Intended to provide visible illumination for the surgical field or for the examination of the patient.
Product code
FSY Light, Surgical, Ceiling Mounted
Reason for recall
Several reports have been received regarding one model of spring arm (Acrobat 200 series) in combination with surgical light from various Manufacturers. All incidents pertain to a crack on the front joint of the Acrobat arm.
Root cause tag
design
FDA root cause
Device Design
Action
Urgent Device Correction letters, dated October 7, 2009, were sent out by FedEx. The letter identified the affected products and asked customers to call 1-888-627-8383 #1, if they have any questions. The letter also provided a Technical Description along with a Customer Fax Response form. The letter stated the potential hazard and recommended precaution. If customers need additional info or have any questions they should contact their local MAQUET representative.
Quantity in commerce
346
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Product codes and lots
Part Number: 567815999.