Covidien LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1184-2013)

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:

Medi-Trace Cadence Adult Radiotransparent Defibrillation Electrode Product ID: 22550R. Intended for use in cardioversion, pacing, ECG monitoring, and defibrillation procedures.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 8, 2013

Date Posted: May 8, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1184-2013

Event ID: 64868

Reason for Recall:

Defibrillation Electrodes may arc/spark result in thermal damage to the leadwire, which could render the device incapable of delivering the appropriate energy or shock to the patient

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 133470 (sets of 2)

Code Information:

Lot Numbers: 226543X, 230054X , 230814X, 232182X, 232805X, 234245X, 304667X, 301844X, 300446X, 305320X

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Korea, Japan, Canada, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Singapore, and South Africa.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated