PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF AC4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider IFS 0.8 mm REF ACH4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF Q6000-01; TOPAZ EPF MicroDebrider 0.8 mm 45 REF Q6002-01

Reported: April 13, 2016 Initiated: March 3, 2016 #Z-1321-2016

Product Description

TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF AC4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider IFS 0.8 mm REF ACH4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF Q6000-01; TOPAZ EPF MicroDebrider 0.8 mm 45 REF Q6002-01

Reason for Recall

During functional testing of devices after real time aging, it was determined that product failed to meet shelf-life at the expiration date indicated on the product labels.

Details

Recalling Firm
ArthroCare Corporation
Units Affected
26,903 devices
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the following countries-Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Great Britain, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, China, Hong Kong, India, Lebanon, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arabic Emirates, Vietnam, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Brazil, and Chile.
Location
Austin, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF AC4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider IFS 0.8 mm REF ACH4040-01; TOPAZ MicroDebrider 0.8 mm REF Q6000-01; TOPAZ EPF MicroDebrider 0.8 mm 45 REF Q6002-01. Recalled by ArthroCare Corporation. Units affected: 26,903 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
During functional testing of devices after real time aging, it was determined that product failed to meet shelf-life at the expiration date indicated on the product labels.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 13, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1321-2016.