It was reported that during use of the copilot device, cracks, leaks, and/or unstable connection at the gray stopcock port were observed during inflation attempts.There were no adverse patient effects reported.No additional information was provided.
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The device was not returned for analysis however this complaint appears to be related to a manufacturing issue associated with leak issues.A review of the lot history record identified no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot.One nonconforming material record/exception was generated for the finished good lot to investigate the reported issue in accordance with internal operating procedures.Additionally, a review of the complaint history revealed 8 other incidents.The investigation determined the reported difficulties appear to be a potential product quality issue.On (b)(6) 2022 abbott vascular decided to initiate a voluntary field action for this product.Abbott vascular submitted medwatch # 2024168-2022-01831 on march 4, 2022 with notification of the voluntary recall in h7, (remedial action initiated).Corrective action has been initiated per site operating procedures.Field safety corrective action is required for specific lots of 20/30 and plus 30 indeflators and associated priority packs: 20/30 priority pack with copliot, 20/30 priority pack, priority pack 20/30 w/115 rhv, ppak 20/30 with rhv, plus 30, ppakplus30, ppakplus30 w/115 rhv.This action is being taken due to an increase in the complaint trend for reported leak/splash and loose or intermittent connection.20/30 indeflators are at an increased risk of leaking due to a gap in the hose snap fitting.Stopcocks are at an increased risk of leaking due to a higher tendency for loose connections when not connected properly.Na.
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