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Class 2 Device Recall Plum A Single Channel Infusion Pumps

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 Class 2 Device Recall Plum A Single Channel Infusion Pumpssee related information
Date Initiated by FirmSeptember 16, 2011
Date PostedOctober 04, 2011
Recall Status1 Terminated 3 on November 07, 2016
Recall NumberZ-0009-2012
Recall Event ID 59956
510(K)NumberK011442 K042081 K070398 K982159 
Product Classification Pump, infusion - Product Code FRN
ProductPlum A+ Single Channel Infusion Pumps; Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045; the pumps were sold under the following configurations: a) list 11971 b) list 11973 - software version 10.3 c) list 12391 - software version 11.3 d) list 20679 - Hospira MedNet Software e) list 20792 - Driver Product Usage: The Plum A+ dual-line volumetric infusion system designed to meet the growing demand for hospital-wide, as well as alternate site and home healthcare, standardization. With their primary line, secondary line, and piggyback fluid delivery capability, the Plum A+ is suited for a wide range of medical/surgical and critical care applications. Full compatibility with LifeCare Plum Series administration sets and accessories and the LifeShield needleless protection systems makes the Plum A+ a convenient and cost-effective infusion system.
Code Information a) list 11971- serial numbers 0013120799 through 0099072300; b) list 11973 - serial numbers 0012570058 through 0012573663; c) list 12391 - serial numbers 0000073363 through 0999948294; d) list 20679 - serial numbers 0015441179 through 0015459047; e) list 20792 - serial numbers 0016061555 through 0026347395
Recalling Firm/
Manufacturer		 Hospira Inc.
275 N Field Dr
Lake Forest IL 60045-2579
For Additional Information ContactMs. Ileana Quinones
224-212-2000
Manufacturer Reason
for Recall		Hospira has received reports of continuous recycling and/or rebooting of Plum A+ infusion pumps when the backlight intensity and/or display contrast settings for the LED display has been adjusted from the original default setting. This condition could cause a delay in therapy if the clinician is unable to start the device due to the continuous recycling and/or rebooting.
FDA Determined
Cause 2		Software design
ActionThe firm, Hospira sent "URGENT DEVICE RECALL" letters dated September 16, 2011 to all affected customers. The letters identified the products, problem and action(s) to be taken. The customers were instructed to read the information provided carefully, complete the attached Reply Form and return it to Hospira via fax at 1-888-345-5358. The letter states that a software upgrade to address the issue is currently being developed. Customers were instructed to notify their consignees if they have further distributed the affected product. The customers were requested to contact Hospira Advanced Knowledge Center at 1-800-241-4002, option 4, for technical assistance. *** Follow-up letters dated June 26, 2012 were sent to the accounts listing the device modules with software versions v13.2, v13.3, v13.40 and v13.5 that will require the software upgrade. ***
Quantity in Commerce265,105 pumps
DistributionWorldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Greece, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay and Vietnam.
Total Product Life CycleTPLC Device Report
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 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.
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