Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0349-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Battle Creek Equipment Co. |
| Report date | Nov 9, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 15, 2016 |
| Quantity | 99,060 |
| Location | Fremont, IN, United States |
Official product description
Model 055: Thermophore Classic, Professional Quality, Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 055 Large 14' x 27", Model 056: Thermophore Classic, Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 056 Medium 14" x 14", Model 077: Thermophore Classic Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 077 Petite 4"x 17",Model 095: Thermophore Classic, Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 095 Large 14" x 27 Model 096: Thermophore Classic, Professional Quality Deep-Heat therapy Model 096, Medium, 14" x 14" Model 097: Thermophore Classic, Professional quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 097 , Petite, 4" x 17", Model 255: Thermophore Classic Plus, Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 255 Large,14" x 27", Model 256: Thermophore Classic Plus Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 256, Medium, 14" X 14 Model 277: Thermophore Classic Plus Professional Quality Deep-Heat Therapy, Model 277, Petite , 4" x 17" Used for the temporary relief of joint and muscle pain.
Why the product was recalled
Products manufactured with the SPT cord have a known failure mode of sparking,causing smoke, fire and burns.
Distribution information
Distributed within the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Columbia
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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