Teleflex Universal Shears Recalled Due to Handle Melting During Sterilization
Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd is recalling 573 units of Pilling Universal Shears because incorrect plastic was used for the handles, causing them to melt during sterilization.
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 medical device with a functional defect that renders the instrument unusable and potentially hazardous during standard sterilization procedures, fitting the criteria for a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd is recalling 573 units of Teleflex MEDICAL Pilling(R) UNIVERSAL SHEARS 7 1/2" (REF 142542). These general surgical scissors were distributed worldwide, including in the United States, Canada, and India. The affected units are identified by Lot Numbers F7 and G7.
The recall was initiated because incorrect plastic was used to manufacture the handles of the shears. This manufacturing defect causes the handles to melt if the instruments are sterilized.
Healthcare facilities and consumers who possess these specific units should stop using them immediately and contact Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd for instructions on how to return the product.
The recalled product
- Product
- Teleflex MEDICAL Pilling(R) UNIVERSAL SHEARS 7 1/2", REF 142542 Product Usage: general surgical scissors
- Manufacturer
- Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd
- Affected units
- 573
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)
- Lot Numbers: F7
- G7
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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