California Medical Laboratories Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0649-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Sterile Rigid Tip Suction Wand The Suction Wands are indicated for use to remove excess fluid from the surgical field.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 2, 2012

Date Posted: January 16, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0649-2013

Event ID: 63896

Reason for Recall:

California Medical Laboratories, Inc. has identified an issue with the Rigid Tip Suction Wand. Due to insufficient adhesive application, the distal tip has the potential to come loose from the wand and fall into the patient's chest cavity.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: S112462=995 units & S111480 1430 units

Code Information:

Catalog No: SU-12202 Lot No: S112462, S111480

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA including AZ, FL, CA, LA, CO, and MS. Internationally to Canada, Israel, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Jordan, Lebanon, Malaysia, Netherlands, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Spain.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated