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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Cochlear Baha Soft tissue gauge 6mm. Reusable instrument used to ensure the soft tissue thickness is equal to or less than 6 mm. For use with Baha Attract hearing system.

Z-1699-2014

April 09, 2014

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Cochlear Americas Inc.
Event
Event 68080
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
288
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1699-2014

Official wording

Reason: Cochlear America is recalling Cochlear Baha Soft Tissue Gauge due to possible manufacturing imperfection in the smooth surface of the metal that could potentially leave residual metal on the patient's skin.

Code information: Outer Package Lot COH523440, COH485876, and COH484221 with/Device Lot No. 131008

Distribution pattern: Nationwide Distribution.

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Cochlear America is recalling Cochlear Baha Soft Tissue Gauge due to possible manufacturing imperfection in the smooth surface of the metal that could potentially leave residual metal on the patient's skin.