Hobbs Medical recalls transbronchial aspiration needles and syringes with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Affected products distributed in the US from March 2018 to September 2020.
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 transbronchial aspiration needles and Vacu-lok syringes with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. This could lead to using expired products longer than intended, though the hazard is not severe.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date, which extends the shelf life beyond what's safe. This means the product might be used longer than intended, potentially leading to issues with the product's sterility or effectiveness.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled needles and syringes for medical procedures. Those with devices having lot numbers ending in 'R' are most at risk.
Check for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device packaging. Products distributed in the US 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 packaging of the Hobbs Transbronchial Aspiration Needle or Vacu-lok Aspirating Syringe.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date that extends the shelf life of the product.
Check the lot number on the packaging; if it ends in 'R', contact Hobbs Medical for instructions.
The hazard is low risk as the incorrect expiration date extends shelf life but does not cause immediate harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hobbs Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0017-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0017-2023 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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