Advanced Bionics Recalls Four Naída CL Q30 Sound Processors
Advanced Bionics is recalling four Naída CL Q30 sound processors because they were loaded with incorrect firmware. The devices were distributed in North Carolina and several foreign countries.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text does not report any hospitalizations, injuries, or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.
Plain-English summary
Advanced Bionics, LLC is recalling four Naída CL Q30 Sound Processors in Sand Beige, Silver Gray, and Velvet Black. The recall involves specific model numbers Cl-5260-120, Cl-5260-140, and Cl-5260-150. The devices were recalled because they were loaded with the incorrect firmware.
The affected sound processors were distributed to North Carolina and foreign locations including Canada, Argentina, Germany, South Africa, Egypt, Kuwait, and Iran. There was no government or military distribution. The recall covers four specific units identified by their serial numbers and Unique Device Identification (UDI) codes.
Consumers who possess these specific sound processors should contact Advanced Bionics for further instructions. The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating that use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.
The recalled product
- Product
- Na¿da CL Q30 Sound Processor, Sand Beige, Model Cl-5260-120; Silver Gray, Model Cl-5260-140; and Velvet Black, Model Cl-5260-150.
- Manufacturer
- Advanced Bionics, LLC
- Category
- Medical Device — Hearing Aid
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 4
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 (8)
- Model Cl-5260-120 - Serial number 1047584
- UDI (01)07630016838057(11)180309(21)1045784
- Model Cl-5260-140 - Serial number 1047481
- UDI (01)07630016829710(11)151208(21)1047481
- and Serial number 1047482
- UDI (01)07630016829710(11)151208(21)1047482
- and Model Cl-5260-150 - Serial number 1082276
- UDI (01)07630016838071(11)180925(21)1082276.
Distribution
Distributed in 1 state:
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 3 recalled by Advanced Bionics, LLC under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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