NEO METRICS, INC.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-1747-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Boston Scientific, NovaGold High Performance Guidewire, Rx only, Sterilized using ethylene oxide, UPN M00552010 and M00552000, Manufactured by NeoMetrics Inc, 2605 Fernbrook Lane Suite J, Plymouth, MN 55447. The NovaGold Guidewire is intended for use in selective cannulation of the biliary ducts including the common bile, pancreatic, cystic, right and left hepatic ducts, and to aid in the placement of diagnostic and therapeutic devices during endoscopic procedures.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 31, 2014

Date Posted: June 18, 2014

Recall Number: Z-1747-2014

Event ID: 68279

Reason for Recall:

Neo Metrics, Inc. is recalling NovaGold Guidewire because the tip may uncoil and / detach more frequently than anticipated. There have been no reports of illness or injury.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 1256 boxes ( 2 wires/box)

Code Information:

MO26343, MO26345, MO26724, MO27402, MO26342, MO26344, MO26731, MO27401, MO27660, MO27901, MO27659, MO27820, MO27899

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US and the countries of Austria, Belgium, Germany, Spain, France, Great Britain, Italy, Netherlands and Sweden.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated