The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0128-2014·Announced 2013-11-13

Helix Medical Recalls Blom-Singer Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve II Due to Missing Component

Helix Medical LLC is recalling 47 units of the Blom-Singer Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve II because the essential body component is missing from the packaging, rendering the device unusable.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which by definition indicates the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The issue is a packaging defect resulting in a non-functional device, with no reported injuries or illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Helix Medical LLC is recalling 47 units of the Blom-Singer Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve II (ATSV II), specifically models BE8025H and BE8025H-R3. The recall is being conducted because the body component of the device is missing from the packaging. Without this specific component, the ATSV II Valve product cannot be used as intended.

The affected units are identified by lot numbers 1057760, 1057919, and 1059222. These devices were distributed nationwide in the United States as well as in Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Germany, Ireland, and Italy.

Consumers who possess these specific units should stop using the device immediately, as it is not functional without the missing body component. Users should contact Helix Medical LLC for further instructions on how to proceed with the recall.

The recalled product

Product
Blom-Singer Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve II Models: BE8025H and BE8025H-R3
Manufacturer
Helix Medical LLC
Affected units
47

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • LOTS: 1057760
  • 1057919 and 1059222

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Helix Medical LLC

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