Hobbs Medical recalls biliary stent kits with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Products distributed from March 2018 to September 2020 may be affected.
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 biliary stent kits that have incorrect expiration dates, which could extend their shelf life beyond safe limits. This means the products might be used longer than intended, potentially increasing the risk of complications.
The stent kits have an incorrect expiration date that extends the shelf life. This could mean the devices remain usable longer than they should, potentially increasing the risk of complications if used beyond their safe period.
Patients who received these stent kits between March 2018 and September 2020 are likely affected. Healthcare providers using the kits are at higher risk due to potential extended use.
Check for catalog number 6004 and lot numbers ending in 'R' or kits containing at least one device with a lot number ending in 'R'. Products were distributed in the U.S. from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020.
Look for catalog number 6004 and lot numbers ending in 'R' or kits containing at least one device with a lot number ending in 'R'.
The stent kits have an incorrect expiration date that extends the shelf life beyond safe limits.
Check for catalog number 6004 and lot numbers ending in 'R' or kits containing at least one device with a lot number ending in 'R'.
Products were distributed in the United States from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hobbs Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0038-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0038-2023 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.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
