| Date Initiated by Firm | April 06, 2023 |
| Date Posted | May 17, 2023 |
| Recall Status1 |
Open3, Classified |
| Recall Number | Z-1600-2023 |
| Recall Event ID |
91982 |
| 510(K)Number | K903654 |
| Product Classification |
Cranial electrotherapy stimulator to treat insomnia and/or anxiety - Product Code QJQ
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| Product | Fisher Wallace Stimulator Models FW-100 and FW-200 |
| Code Information |
FW-100: UDI-DI 00860000919005, Serial Numbers 2020200000-2022278000;
FW-200: UDI-DI 00860000919012, Serial Numbers 2021140129T-2022030528T |
| FEI Number |
3006258094
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Fisher Wallace Laboratories Inc.
630 Flushing Ave Ste 104
Brooklyn
NY
11206-5775
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| For Additional Information Contact | Diana Aghabekian 800-692-4380 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | If the batteries are installed incorrectly, the product may overheat, possibly leading to pain, discomfort, irritation, or even burns during use of the device. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Nonconforming Material/Component |
| Action | An URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION dated 4/6/23 was sent to customers.
Short term actions to be taken by the User:
1. Always ensure the batteries are inserted correctly into the device (see above diagram).
2. Do not leave batteries in the device when the device is not in use (e.g. in between a morning and evening treatment).
3. Do not fall asleep while using the device because corrective actions cannot be taken when the user is asleep.
4. If the device exhibits excess heat, burning smell, or odor, turn off the device, and discontinue use. Contact Fisher Wallace Laboratories immediately.
The long term corrective action by the company is still being determined.
We request your action by replying to this email to confirm that you understand the information in this medical device correction and the subsequent actions needed to be taken.
Fisher Wallace apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions about what to do with your product, please contact Fisher Wallace by telephone Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Eastern Time at (800) 692-4380 or by email at postmarketsurveillance@fisherwallace.com. |
| Quantity in Commerce | 43,489 total devices |
| Distribution | US Nationwide. Global Distribution. |
| Total Product Life Cycle | TPLC Device Report |
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls. 2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall. 3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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| 510(K) Database | 510(K)s with Product Code = QJQ
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