Hobbs Medical recalls helical retrieval baskets with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Products distributed from March 2018 to September 2020 may be affected. Check lot numbers ending in R for recall.
Device label display an incorrect expiration date, extends the shelf life of the product. Affected product distributed in the United States from 3/25/2018 to 9/28/2020, expiration dates between 2022-11-01 and 2025-09-01 (Devices have a lot number ending in R, or are kits containing at least 1 device with a lot number ending in R.)
Hobbs Medical is recalling helical retrieval baskets that have incorrect expiration dates, which extends their shelf life beyond the intended period. This could lead to using products that are no longer safe or effective.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date, which extends the shelf life of the product. This means the product may be used beyond its intended safe period, potentially leading to reduced effectiveness or safety issues.
Healthcare professionals using the Hobbs Helical Retrieval Basket for medical procedures may be affected. Those with lot numbers ending in R are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the device, which should end in R (e.g., H11-17-161R). Products distributed in the US from March 2018 to September 2020 with expiration dates between November 2022 and September 2025 are affected.
Look for lot numbers ending in R (e.g., H11-17-161R) on the device.
The recall record does not specify the correct expiration date.
Check the lot number on the device, which should end in R (e.g., H11-17-161R). Products distributed in the US from March 2018 to September 2020 with expiration dates between November 2022 and September 2025 are affected.
The recall record does not mention a return or remedy action.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hobbs Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0030-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0030-2023 from Hobbs Medical. 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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