Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1124-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Getinge Group Logistics America, LLC |
| Report date | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 21, 2020 |
| Quantity | 189 units total (Domestic 19 units, Foreign 170 units) |
| Location | Wayne, NJ, United States |
Official product description
Getinge CM320 Series Washer Disinfector - Product Usage: A multi chamber washer disinfector intended for washing, disinfecting and drying of surgical instruments, containers, operating theatre shoes and operating theatre accessories normally used in hospitals and central disinfection facilities. The disinfected items must be further processed through terminal sterilization before use in any surgical procedure.
Why the product was recalled
The potential that the plastic inlet hose connections may deform or break as a result of material fatigue and/or over tightening of the clamps. A broken hose connection may lead to a hazardous situation of water leakage or water spray. The water leakage or water spray may result in a burn to the user and/or an inconvenience due to a procedural delay if the Washer Disinfector is taken out of service.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of ND, PA, NC, VA, NE, MD, NY, MN and the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Norway, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Sweden, Japan, China, Netherland, Italy, Kuwait and Czech Republic.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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