Tag: recalls
Honda recalls over 24,000 cars after manufacturing defect may cause risk of fuel leak
Honda has issued a voluntary recall for 24,000 cars over concerns that its fuel supply pipes may not be connected properly, or may come apart, and may therefore leak fuel; and pose a risk of fire.
The two models involved in the recall are:
- AWD Honda CR-V Touring
- 2WD Honda CR-V
If the pipes disconnect, flow of fuel could be disrupted, leading to the engine stalling and therefore increasing the risk of an accident. On top of that, as with any fuel leak, there is a risk of fire as well.
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Medtronic under greater scrutiny as more of its products run into problems
Medical device maker Medtronic have been making the headlines for all the wrong reasons lately. Priding itself as the “global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions”, Medtronic have been at the centre of a fair few recalls for defects and risks that have arisen from the use of their products.
In the latest issues, scrutiny has come from issues with their products and an alleged lack of warning for equipment incompatibility.
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Depression and chronic pain relief drug, Duloxetine, recalled after failing tests
The drug Duloxetine, more commonly known as its brand name Cymbalta, is generally used to treat depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. It’s an active ‘serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor’, providing pain relief for patients with diabetes or sufferers from chronic or widespread pain.
The drug is commonly prescribed to people with arthritis and fibromyalgia. However, select batches of the Torrent Dutor Gastro-resistant Capsules have been recalled by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) because “out of specification results for dissolution were obtained during routine stability testing”.
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14,000 Medtronic ventilators recalled
Regulators have reportedly issued a recall for a number of medical ventilators manufactured by Medtronic.
The company’s New Port HY70 and HT70 Plus ventilators are being recalled amidst concerns that the devices may suddenly shutdown or reset. There have so far been 12 reported cases whereby a reset was suddenly initiated without warning. Thankfully, no patients have yet suffered an injury!
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Maserati, BMW and Mercedes-Benz vehicles recalled after fire risk
Fire risks in vehicles appear to be a growing phenomenon. Several manufacturers have voluntarily recalled vehicles for fire risks recently, and it’s not a thing to be dismissed lightly.
Imagine a vehicle cruising at 70mph on the motorway when it suddenly sets on fire. It’s a clear recipe for disaster and could endanger many lives, including your own.
In recent news, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz and BMW have all recalled vehicles for reported risks of fire…
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Class 2 recall for Diclo-SR 75 pain-relief tablets
A Watford-based pharmaceutical company has issued a voluntary recall for batches of Diclo-SR 75 pain relief tablets – AKA diclofenac sodium.
The tablets are commonly used for pain relief and swelling for arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, gout and pain caused by injury or minor surgery. The tablets are classified in a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
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Regulators issue urgent recall over “toxic” spinal fusion stimulators
Regulators have issued a top-level recall over Zimmer Biomet SpF spinal fusion stimulators amidst concerns that the medical devices contain chemicals that can seriously harm patients, and even be fatal.
This is a serious recall given there is a reasonable probability that using a certain defective product can serious injure or kill the patient. It’s reported that 33 affected units were manufactured and distributed.
The affected stimulators are the SpF-XL IIB (22 units) and the SpF- Plus (11 units)
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Alvogen recalls 24 lots of hypertension drug off the market due to chemical contamination
A medical drug manufacturer has initiated a voluntary recall on 3rd July 2017 after concerns their Nifedipine tablets have become contaminated with other medication ingredients.
The company, based in Iceland, makes the hypertension drug under the brand name Adalat, which is supplied to Bayer HeathCare. It’s used for channel blocking and as treatment for hypertension (high blood pressure).
The recall was initiated after a potential cross-contamination between the Nifedipine and another drug in the same facility.
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VW / Audi recalls approx 600,000 Audi vehicles in the U.S. for airbag and coolant pump problems
VW and Audi’s troubles extend beyond the ongoing emissions scandal as both makers have had to recall vehicles for some fairly high-risk problems.
An estimated 576,000 vehicles and SUVs are under a recall for two problems associated with the vehicles: one is for airbag defects, which can be obviously very dangerous for road users, and the second is for coolant pumps problems that may overheat and cause fires.
Both are potentially very dangerous.
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DePuy Synthes elbow implants recalled by the MHRA
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a recall for radial head elbow artificial replacements amidst concerns over post-operative loosening of the device.
Manufactured by DePuy company Synthes, the implants are suspected to loosen at the stem of the implant where it joins the bone. The Straight Radial Stem and the Curved Radial Stem implants are both affected by the recall. The recall follows on from a Field Safety Notice (FSN) issued back in December 2016 by the company’s Senior Quality Assurance Manager, Anne Brisson.
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Philips Respironics V60 ventilator medical devices recalled
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) recently initiated a medical device alert as a result of Philips Respironics’ faulty software that could lead to a sporadic shutdown of the medical device.
The Respironics V60 ventilator’s are used in hospitals to assist in patient ventilation. Recently the medical manufacturer issued a Field Safety Notice (FSN) to notify users of the risk.
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MHRA publishes a class 2 Medicines recall for Sodium Cromoglicate eye drops
The Medicines and Health products Regulation Agency (MHRA) published a medical drug alert on the 18th May 2017 issuing a precautionary recall for bottles of eye drops amidst concerns that the solution can solidify in its container.
Sodium Cromoglicate solution eye drops are typically used to treat red, watery and itchy eyes. Common users are allergy suffers who react adversely to animal hairs, dust or pollen. Marketed as anti-inflammatory, it’s a remedy to alleviate itching and prevent damage to the eyes and delicate surrounding skin by rubbing. The eye drops are also used by contact lens wearers too.
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