Waldemar Link recalls some Universal Handles with quick coupling that may break during first use. Affected items have specific lot codes and item numbers. Consumers should contact the company for details.
Some lots of the LINK Universal Handle, with quick coupling, Stainless Steel, straight may suffer an immediate material failure intraoperatively when the instrument is used for the first time. The instrument can break in the middle.
Waldemar Link is recalling certain Universal Handles with quick coupling that may break during first use. This could cause injury if the handle breaks while being used in medical procedures.
The handle may break in the middle during the first use, which could lead to injury or complications during surgery. This failure happens immediately when the instrument is first used, not after prolonged use.
Medical professionals using the LINK Universal Handle for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this specific handle could be affected.
Check for the item number 130-394/01 and lot codes C204156, C219063, C219064, C233033, C233034, or C332135. The handle is made of stainless steel and has a quick coupling feature.
Immediately stop using the recalled LINK Universal Handle if it has the specified lot codes or item number.
The handle may break in the middle during the first use, which could cause injury during surgery.
Lot codes C204156, C219063, C219064, C233033, C233034, and C332135.
Check the item number (130-394/01) and lot codes listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Waldemar Link to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3245-2024 — Waldemar Link Waldemar Link Hello, I own a Waldemar Link that is covered by recall Z-3245-2024 from Waldemar Link. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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