North American Rescue recalls 4-In. Flat Emergency Trauma Dressing kits (part number 30-0171) due to lack of sterility assurance. Affected kits include various M-FAK Mini and Trauma First Aid Kits with specific product codes and lot numbers listed.
Lack of sterility assurance of the 30-0171
North American Rescue is recalling 4-inch flat emergency trauma dressings (part number 30-0171) because they lack proper sterility assurance. This means the dressings might not be clean enough for medical use, potentially leading to infections if used improperly.
The dressings lack sterility assurance, meaning they may not be clean enough for medical use. If used on wounds without proper sterilization, this could lead to infections, especially in emergency situations where clean materials are critical.
Anyone who owns or uses the recalled 4-inch flat emergency trauma dressings (part number 30-0171) in kits labeled as M-FAK Mini or Trauma First Aid Kits. Emergency responders and first aid users are most at risk due to potential infection from unsterile materials.
Check for kits labeled as M-FAK Mini or Trauma First Aid Kits with product codes from 80-0890 to 85-3085. The specific lot numbers listed in the recall record indicate which kits are affected.
Look for kits labeled as M-FAK Mini or Trauma First Aid Kits with product codes from 80-0890 to 85-3085 and the listed lot numbers.
The recall is due to a lack of sterility assurance in the 4-inch flat emergency trauma dressings (part number 30-0171), which could lead to infections if used improperly.
Kits labeled as M-FAK Mini or Trauma First Aid Kits with product codes from 80-0890 to 85-3085 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall record.
Yes, check if your kit is affected by looking at the product code and lot number. If it is, you should stop using it and replace it with a certified sterile dressing.
We’ve drafted a message you can send North American Rescue to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3018-2020 — North American Rescue North American Rescue Hello, I own a North American Rescue that is covered by recall Z-3018-2020 from North American Rescue. 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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