Recall Z-2284-2012

Steris Corporation · initiated August 10, 2012

Class II Terminated

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

Product

QKC1692E The QKC1692E Quick Connect device connects endoscopes to the sterilization tray for C1220E liquid chemical sterilization processor.

Codes / lots: Lot numbers: 1879717, 1943786, 2054914, 2143717, 2177723, 2342319, 2730752, 2922565, 3094190

Reason for recall

STERIS has been actively seeking devices for quick connect revalidation projects. STERIS was unable to obtain two (2) of the needed devices; these two devices represent the design of seven (7) models in one quick connect. Due to the unavailability of these two validation devices, STERIS will remove 7 models from the labeling of QKC1692E and will re-label all QKC1692Es in the field..

FDA-determined cause: Device Design

Action taken

The firm, Steris, sent a "Voluntary Field Correction: Re-labeling of QKC1692E" letter on August 10, 2012 to its customers. The letter describes the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to follow the steps outlined in the letter to re-label the affected QKC1692E(s) and return the completed form by September 30. 2012 to: Regulatory Affairs Specialist via Kate_Beveridge@STERIS.com or via fax at (440) 350-7082. If you have any questions, contact Director, Regulatory Affairs at 440-392-7519.

Details

Recall number
Z-2284-2012
Initiated
August 10, 2012
Posted by FDA
August 28, 2012
Terminated
July 5, 2013
Product code
MED – Sterilant, Medical Devices
Quantity
64 units
Distribution
Nationwide distribution: USA including states of: AR, AK, CA, CO, DE, FL, IL, MA, MD, NC, NE, NH, NY, OH, PA, SD, TN, TX, WI, and WV.
Recalling firm
Steris Corporation, Mentor, OH

Official FDA recall record