The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0220-2025·Announced 2024-10-30

AD-TECH Spencer Probe Depth Electrode recalled for MRI safety label discrepancy

Ad-Tech is recalling A-style depth electrodes due to incorrect MRI safety labeling. Devices were labeled as MR Conditional when they should be labeled MR Unsafe.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall with a safety-critical labeling error regarding MRI compatibility. No injuries or illnesses have been reported, but incorrect labeling could lead to improper device use in MRI environments.

Plain-English summary

Ad-Tech Medical Instrument Corporation is recalling the AD-TECH Spencer Probe Depth Electrode (Model SD06R-AP58X-000, 6-Contact, 1.12mm A-style) due to a label discrepancy. The affected devices were labeled with an incorrect MR Conditional symbol instead of the MR Unsafe symbol. The A-style contacts in these devices have not been cleared for MRI Conditional use and are not safe for use in MRI environments without proper verification.

The recall affects 4 units distributed nationwide in California and Ohio. The affected lot numbers are 169260 and 169258 (UDI/DI 00841823107589).

Healthcare providers who use these devices should stop using the affected units immediately and contact Ad-Tech Medical Instrument Corporation. Do not use these electrodes in MRI environments without verifying the actual MRI safety status of your specific device with the manufacturer.

The recalled product

Product
AD-TECH Spencer Probe Depth Electrode, REF SD06R-AP58X-000 6-Contact 1.12mm (A style) Depth Electrode
Manufacturer
Ad-Tech Medical Instrument Corporation
Hazard
  • mis-labeling
  • mri-safety

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 (3)

  • UDI/DI 00841823107589
  • Lot Number 169260 858859860
  • 169258 858859860

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.