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 with incorrect expiration dates that extend their shelf life. This could lead to using expired products longer than intended, potentially causing safety issues.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date, which extends the shelf life beyond what is safe. This means the product may be used longer than intended, increasing the risk of potential safety issues due to expired components.
Healthcare professionals using the Hobbs Helical Retrieval Basket for medical procedures may be affected. Those with lot numbers ending in R or kits containing such devices are most at risk.
Check for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device or in the kit. Products distributed in the U.S. from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020, with expiration dates between November 1, 2022, and September 1, 2025, are affected.
Look for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device or in the kit.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date that extends the shelf life of the product.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the lot number.
Products distributed in the U.S. from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020, with lot numbers ending in 'R' are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hobbs Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0026-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0026-2023 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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