The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1694-2024·Announced 2024-05-08

Keller Funnel 2 breast implant insertion devices recalled for potential coating defect

Allergan recalls Keller Funnel 2 devices due to potential missing lubricating coating on breast implants, which may affect insertion. No injuries reported.

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: This is a risk-of-harm medical device where the potential defect (missing lubricating coating on implants) could compromise device function during insertion procedures. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the severity rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported receive a score of 3 (High).

Plain-English summary

Allergan Sales, LLC is recalling the Keller Funnel 2 (REF: HA-001), a medical device used to insert breast implants during surgical procedures. The recall is due to a potential defect where breast implants may lack the lubricating coating necessary for smooth insertion through the funnel.

The recall affects 10,837 units distributed nationwide throughout the United States. Affected lot numbers are: 23B35C, 23B41C, 23B42C, 23C05C, 23C06C, 23D01C, and 24C12C. This is a Class II recall by the FDA.

No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this defect. Healthcare facilities and healthcare providers who have received affected units should contact Allergan Sales, LLC for instructions on replacement or further actions.

The recalled product

Product
Keller Funnel 2, REF: HA-001, STERILEEO, Rx Only,
Manufacturer
Allergan Sales, LLC
Hazard
  • coating-defect

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 (7)

  • UDI: 10888628043725 / Lot #: 23B35C
  • 23B41C
  • 23B42C
  • 23C05C
  • 23C06C
  • 23D01C
  • 24C12C

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.