PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Jelco, Hypodermic needle Pro¿ needles 19G X1 1/2" 800/CA Model No. EL 1915 & 19G X 2" 600/CA Model No. SB 5021, Rx Only, Sterile EO.

Reported: July 12, 2017 Initiated: April 4, 2017 #Z-2670-2017

Product Description

Jelco, Hypodermic needle Pro¿ needles 19G X1 1/2" 800/CA Model No. EL 1915 & 19G X 2" 600/CA Model No. SB 5021, Rx Only, Sterile EO.

Reason for Recall

Smiths Medical became aware on January 11, 2017, that syringe assemblies provided by Nipro Medical Corporation contained pin holes in the side wall of the hub. The defect was not detected during Smiths Medical incoming inspection. The syringe assemblies were used to manufacture seven (7) finished good lots of Hypodermic Needle Pro¿ needles, Smiths Medical part numbers EL 1915 and SB5021.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Units Affected
736,000
Distribution
US Distribution to the state of : IN
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Jelco, Hypodermic needle Pro¿ needles 19G X1 1/2" 800/CA Model No. EL 1915 & 19G X 2" 600/CA Model No. SB 5021, Rx Only, Sterile EO.. Recalled by Smiths Medical ASD Inc.. Units affected: 736,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Smiths Medical became aware on January 11, 2017, that syringe assemblies provided by Nipro Medical Corporation contained pin holes in the side wall of the hub. The defect was not detected during Smiths Medical incoming inspection. The syringe assemblies were used to manufacture seven (7) finished good lots of Hypodermic Needle Pro¿ needles, Smiths Medical part numbers EL 1915 and SB5021.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 12, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2670-2017.