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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Smith&Nephew SmartStitch PerfectPasser Connector, REF # OM-8010, Rx Only, CE 0123, UDI: 00817470006971

Reported: September 30, 2020 Initiated: February 21, 2019 #Z-3000-2020

Product Description

Smith&Nephew SmartStitch PerfectPasser Connector, REF # OM-8010, Rx Only, CE 0123, UDI: 00817470006971

Reason for Recall

The voluntary recall is being initiated due to a manufacturing error resulting in incorrect upper jaw dimensions, and the upper jaw could potentially disengage or detach during use.

Details

Recalling Firm
ArthroCare Corporation
Units Affected
15,559 units
Distribution
US: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, ON, OR, PA, SC, SG, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV OUS: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, Denmark, France, England, Ireland, India, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Puerto Rico, Russia, Singapore, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, South Africa)
Location
Austin, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Smith&Nephew SmartStitch PerfectPasser Connector, REF # OM-8010, Rx Only, CE 0123, UDI: 00817470006971. Recalled by ArthroCare Corporation. Units affected: 15,559 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The voluntary recall is being initiated due to a manufacturing error resulting in incorrect upper jaw dimensions, and the upper jaw could potentially disengage or detach during use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 30, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-3000-2020.