Recall Z-0804-2013

Breg Inc · initiated January 14, 2013

Class II Terminated

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

Product

BREG Sterile Polar Pads; 02356 Rev M, PAD M/U XL STER, Mfg.Date: 112012. Model #s: 02510, 09901, 02330, 02350, 02490, 02356, 02496, 02410, 02430. Local anesthetic effect.

Codes / lots: Affected product will be identified by date of manufacture from January 2010 through October 2012

Reason for recall

The recall was initiated because Breg has determined that some Sterile Polar Pads products manufactured from January 2010 to October 2012 may have sustained damage to the product packaging which may compromise product sterility assurance.

FDA-determined cause: Packaging

Action taken

The firm, BREG, sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated January 14, 2013 to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to immediately examine your inventory and quarantine the product; complete the Return Response Form by email, Fax or mail; and contact Breg for a Return Authorization for the affected product and request replacement by contacting Breg Customer Care at 800-321-0607. Note: response is required even if you have no affected inventory. Should you have any questions regarding this communication or need to report an adverse event, please contact Breg Customer Care at 800-321-0607.

Details

Recall number
Z-0804-2013
Initiated
January 14, 2013
Posted by FDA
February 12, 2013
Terminated
July 1, 2013
Product code
ILO – Pack, Hot Or Cold, Water Circulating
Quantity
44,883 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Singapore, Chile, Latvia.
Recalling firm
Breg Inc, Carlsbad, CA

Official FDA recall record

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