The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2277-2021·Announced 2021-08-18

Spectrum Medical Quantum Standard Heat Exchanger Sterilization Defect Recall

QURA S.R.L. is recalling 1088 units of Spectrum Medical Quantum Standard heat exchangers that may not be adequately sterilized. The devices also lack required 510(k) clearance for US distribution.

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: The recall involves a Class II medical device with a sterilization defect, which presents a risk of pathogenic contamination in clinical use. However, no illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the rubric, absence of reported adverse events limits the score to a maximum of 3.

Plain-English summary

Spectrum Medical Quantum Standard heat exchangers manufactured by QURA S.R.L. are being recalled due to sterilization deficiencies. The devices are labeled as sterile but may not have been adequately sterilized during manufacturing.

Approximately 1088 units were distributed nationwide in South Carolina. The affected devices are identified by batch numbers B000129, C000415, C000416, and C000417.

Additionally, these devices were imported to the US distributor without obtaining required FDA 510(k) clearance. Consumers in possession of affected units should contact the recalling manufacturer, QURA S.R.L., for instructions on return or device management.

The recalled product

Product
Spectrum Medical Quantum Standard heat exchanger
Manufacturer
QURA S.R.L.
Hazard
  • sterilization-failure
  • pathogen-contamination

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 (4)

  • Batch Numbers: B000129
  • C000415
  • C000416
  • C000417

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.