3M PAD Grounding Safety Ring Recall: Temperature Issues Affect Product

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Recalling firmMckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office9954 Maryland Drive, Deep Run Iii Ste. 4000 · Richmond, VA 23233

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What happened, in plain English

3M is recalling PAD Grounding Safety Ring Model 9165 because it may have been exposed to higher temperatures during shipping from June 2021 to August 2021, potentially reducing its effectiveness. This could impact the safety of medical facilities using the product.

Why it’s dangerous

The product may have been exposed to higher temperatures during shipping from June 2021 to August 2021, which could reduce its effectiveness. This temperature exposure might not cause immediate harm but could compromise the safety of medical equipment in facilities where the product is used.

Who’s affected

Medical facilities that received the 3M PAD Grounding Safety Ring Model 9165 between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021 are likely affected. Healthcare workers using these rings in medical settings face the highest risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the 3M PAD Grounding Safety Ring with Model Number 9165. The product was sold between June 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021, and may have been shipped with GTIN numbers 50707387462593 or 50707387462598.

Brand
3M
Category
Medical device

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Verify the model number and GTIN to confirm if your 3M PAD Grounding Safety Ring is part of the recall.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

The product may have been exposed to higher temperatures during shipping from June 2021 to August 2021, which could reduce its effectiveness.

What model numbers are affected?

Model Number 9165 with GTINs 50707387462593 or 50707387462598.

Do I need to stop using this product?

The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; check product details to confirm if it is affected.

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Subject: Recall Z-1608-2022 — 3M 3M

Hello,

I own a 3M that is covered by recall Z-1608-2022 from 3M.

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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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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1608-2022 (May 25, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1608-2022 to see it in context.
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Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office recalls 3M COMPANY 3M PAD, GROUNDING SAFETY RING Model Number: 9165

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