2012 Product Recalls

FUEL LINE CRACK

THIS COULD CAUSE A FUEL LEAK, WHICH IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY LEAD TO A FIRE AND INCREASED RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.

DUCATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 1, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696 OR GO TO THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.DUCATI.COM.

S8-3t Micro TEE Transducer is an Ultrasonic Diagnostic. The Part # is 989605379471. The User information is labeled in part: "***iE33 Ultrasound System ***User Information Update***4535 614 04811 Rev A***New S8-3t TEE Transducer*** This release of the iE33 Ultrasound System supports the S8-3t transesophageal echocardiographic (TEE) transducer***Manufactured by Philips Ultrasound***22100 Bothell-Everett Highway***Bothell, WA 98021-8431***USA***Telephone: +1 425-487-7000 or 800-426-2670***Fax: +

Users of the Philips model S8-3t Micro TEE Transducer have reported that significant image quality degradation may occur after a number of use/cleaning cycles. If users do not inspect the transducer for such damage prior to each use, imaging may not always be available, which could pose a risk for patients.

Philips Healthcare began mailing Urgent Medical Device Correction letter on March 28, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers are being instructed on how to inspect the distal tip for defects that cause image quality degradation, and to plan for epicardial / transthoracic ultrasound imaging as an adjunct to the S8-3t. Customers are also reminded to carefully follow cleaning described under Handling the S8-3t Transducer, of Philips' iE33 System User Information. Customers can call Philips Customer Service at 800-722-9377 and reference to FCO 79500198 for any questions about this recall.

Baxter Colleague CX Infusion Pump, Single Channel Volumetric Infusion Pumps. Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Medication Delivery Division, Deerfield, IL 60015. Product Code: 2M8161. Product Usage: Intended for use in a wide variety of patient environments for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients. Electronic infusion pumps indicated for continuous or intermittent delivery of solution through clinically acceptable routes of administration, such as intravenous (IV), intra-arterial (IA), subcuta

Baxter's Service Center tested and returned to the user the Colleague infusion pump that did not meet PSIG (Pounds-force per Square Inch) specifications

Baxter Healthcare Corp. notified the consignee by telephoned on July 22, 2011, with the call documented per the approved call script. A follow-up "URGENT PRODUCT RECALL" notification was sent dated July 25, 2011, reiterating the telephone communication informing them that the COLLEAGUE pump may not have met certain PSIG (Pounds-force per Square Inch) specifications after testing by the Baxter Global Technical Service Center. Both forms of notification identified the affected product, problem description, hazard involved, and actions needed to be taken. The consignee was instructed to locate the device, remove it from service and return it to Baxter by contacting Baxter Global Technical Services at 1-800-843-7867 option 1, to obtain a prepaid UPS label and shipping box. Upon receipt of the returned unit, Baxter will perform the required testing and address any issues through repair or service. The notication instructs the consignee to complete the attached customer reply form confirming their receipt of the letter and fax it to Baxter as per the instructions provided. If the recalled product have been distributed to another facility, or if you are a dealers, wholesalers and distributors, the letter request that this communication be forward to the pump owner as appropriate. For any questions regarding this communication contact the Center for One Baxter at 1-800-422-9837 during the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central time.

MS 391 Chain Saws Recalled for Injury Hazard

The flywheel on the chain saw can crack causing parts of the flywheel to separate and strike users or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chain saws and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for the installation of a free replacement flywheel.

AxSYM Total B-hCG Reagent List 7A59-21 is composed of one bottle of Anti B-hCG Coated Microparticles, one bottle of Anti- B-hCG Alkaline Phosphatase Conjugate and one bottle of Specimen Diluent. REF 7A59-21. 100 Tests. For In Vitro Diagnostic Use.

An increase in background counts elevates the results of low level samples up to approximately 6mIU/mL. This is not enough to shift a negative result to positive on an undiluted sample. If low level samples are diluted then the background effect is magnified potentially yelding false positive results for pregnancy and or Dilution Inaccuracy.

The 4/10/2007 Product Recall Letter was sent to all customers who received the affected lots.

Drystar Mammo. Display of Mammographic images.

Labeling problem

The firm, AGFA Corporation spoke to the customer directly via telephone concerning the mislabeled affected products. The firm also contacted the customer via e-mail on April 13, 2011 explaining the outcome of the customer complaint. Replacement product was sent to the customer.

SERVICE BRAKES/ TRACTION RELAY VALVE

UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.

NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A TEMPORARY REPAIR UNTIL BENDIX DEVELOPS A PERMANENT REMEDY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.

SERVICE BRAKES/TRACTION RELAY VALVE

UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.

CATERPILLAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT 309-675-5658.

TRAILER BRAKE ACUTATORS

A LOSS OF BRAKING CAN LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE TRAILER INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

CROSSROADS RV WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 17, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CROSSROADS RV AT 1-888-226-7496.

ARTISTE / RT Therapist v4.1 system. The ONCOR and PRIMUS system may be updated to utilize the RT Therapist v4.1 software. Siemens Healthcare, Concord, CA. The intended use is to deliver X-ray photon and electron radiation for the therapeutic treatment of cancer.

When using the ARTISTE Linac and RT Therapist v4.1 along with an imported cropped reference image, the image maybe processed incorrectly, thus resulting in a mistreatment.

Distribution of the Urgent: Medical Device Correction Customer Advisory Notice began on March 24, 2011 via certified mail or by the Siemens Customer Service Group. The letter identified the issue and when it occurs. Users were asked to verify the isocenter position of the reference image in the Portal Review application before using a reference image imported from the treatment planning system. Siemens is currently working on a solution and will notify customers as soon as the update is available. The letter should be included with the Owner Manual of the system in the chapter for "Safety Advisory Letters" until an update is provided.

Medefil Heparin I.V. Flush Syringe 100 units/mL; a polypropylene luer locking syringe containing Heparin Lock Flush Solution, USP, a sterile non-pyrogenic, isotonic injection; each mL in a Heparin I.V. Flush Syringe contains 100 units of heparin sodium derived from porcine intestinal mucosa and 9 mg of sodium chloride in water for injection; Medefil, Inc. Glendale Heights, IL 60139. The pre-filled syringes were packed as 60 syringes per dispenser box, 16 boxes per shipping carton in the followi

The heparin lock flush solution was manufactured with contaminated Heparin Sodium USP Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API).

Medefil faxed/emailed the direct accounts on 11/1/10, and sent the accounts a hard copy of the Urgent Product Recall letter, dated 11/1/2010, on 11/2/10. The accounts were informed of Medefil's recall of 18 lots of Heparin I.V. Flush Syringes produced from the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) Heparin Sodium, USP, lot 1035-0780, that has been recalled by the manufacturer, Scientific Protein Laboratories, due to the presence of a contaminant, Oversulfated Chondroitin Sulfate. The accounts were instructed to stop use of the 18 lots of Heparin I.V. Flush Syringes immediately, place them under quarantine, and contact Medefil to arrange for the product to be returned. The accounts were requested to complete and return to Medefil the enclosed response form, indicating the quantity on hand of each recalled lot. Any questions were directed to Pradeep Aggarwal, President at 630-682-4600.

***REF C9944A***"FULL RADIUS RESECTOR"***2.9mm***Qty 6***STERLING***STERILE***Rx Only.*** Made in the USA***Manufacturer: CONMED LINVATEC 11311 CONCEPT BLVD LARGO, FL 33773-4908 USA***ConMed Linvatec Biomaterials, Ltd.Hermiankatu 6-8L 33720 Tampere, FINLAND.***Lot number # 95987. Soft Tissue resection and removal.

ConMed Linvatec, Largo, FL recalled catalog number, C9944A, lot # 95987, 2.9MM Full Radius Resector Blade in November 2009 because there was a possibility that the device was assembled with an incorrect outer tube.

A Linvatec Corporation dba ConMed Linvatec sales representative contacted the affected customers by telephone on November 12, 2009. The customers were also contacted by the Recall Coordinator. The product, problem, and action to be taken by the customers were discussed. Customers with the product in their inventory were instructed to return the product to the firm. Contact the firm at 727-399-5205 for questions regarding this recall.

Artiste Flowable Value Pack Part Number N28VA, Syringe Lot Number 165741 The intended use of the device is as a light cured, low viscosity, hybrid composite material which is compatible with a variety of bonding agents and luting materials during the course of dental restorations. Artiste Flowable and Flow Tec (private label of Artist Flowable) are indicated for restorations of carious lesions, porcelain repairs, small core build-ups, fill-in of surface enamel irregularities, etc.

The recall was initiated because Pentron Clinical has confirmed the Flow Tec Nano Hybrid Flowable Composite material has been found to be difficult to extrude.

Sybron Dental sent a Recall Letter dated November 15, 2010 to consignees informing them of the above mentioned public reason for recall and asking them to determine if they have any affected products in their inventory and requesting their cooperation in returning any affected product which they still have in their stock. Product was to be returned and replaced at no charge. They also requested that consignees complete and fax back an enclosed return from , whether or not they had any product to return. Consignees were told to call Pentron Customer Service at (800) 551-0283 directly to handle the arrangements of a quick return and replacement. Authorized Petron Clinical distributors were asked to identify and recover the affected product lots that may have been shipped to their customers.

Cardiac Science, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) under the following brand names (with respective model numbers): Powerheart AED G3: 9300A, 9300C, 9300D, 9300E, 9300P, 9390A/E; CardioVive: 92532 and 92533; Nihon Kohden: 9200G, and 9231; and Responder: 2019198 and 2023440. Cardiac Science, Bothell, WA 98021. Indicated for emergency treatment of victims exhibiting symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest who are unresponsive and not breathing.

Certain models of Powerheart G3 AEDs may not have received adequate electrical safety testing prior to being shipped from the factory. Affected models are: Powerheart 9300A, 9300C, 9300D, 9300E, 9300P, 9390A, 9390E, CardioVive 92532, 92533, NK 9200G, 9231, and Responder 2019198 and 2023440. The affected devices were manufactured between October 29, 2003 and February 10, 2009.

Cardiac Science issued "Urgent - Medical Device Corrective Action" notices dated October 2009. Customers were instructed to identify the affected product and arrange for product replacement with the firm. Where possible, end user information was requested for further follow-up by the firm. For further information, contact Cardiac Science at 1-877-402-4599 or by email at AED155@cardiacscience. com.

SPOT-Light" HER2 CISH Kit, catalog #84-0150, 20 tests/kit, labeled in part ***Invitrogen Corporation 7335 Executive Way Frederick MD 21704 www.invitrogen.com*** Product Usage: The SPOT-Light HER2 CISH Kit is intended to quantitatively determine HER2 gene amplification in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) breast carcinoma tissue sections and is indicated as an aid in the assessment of patients for whom Herceptin (trastuzumab) treatment is being considered.

In vitro diagnostic reagent may be contaminated with a fungal contaminant.

Life Technologies sent an URGENT DEVICE RECALL letter dated November 14, 2011 by mail to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, description of problem, and actions to be taken by the user. Customers were instructed to examine inventory immediately, discontinue use, quarantine the material and return remaining inventory. Customers were advised to complete the Customer Response Sheet included for recovering inventory data and fax back to (+1) 716-774-6727 Technical Support or e-mail to techsupport@lifetech.com. Customers who had distributed the affected kits outside of their facility were instructed to immediately notify their customers of the recall. For questions call Technical Support, at (+1) 800-955-6288 opt. 2 then opt. 3.

Clinical Chemistry Uric Acid; LN 7D76-20

Unacceptable upward drift of results in control runs within 24 hour period.