CLASS II Device recall · Reported 14 Sep 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
WECK¿ Horizon" Manual-Load Ligating Clip Applier recalled
Teleflex Medical is recalling WECK¿ Horizon" Manual-Load Ligating Clip Applier, For Medium-Large Size Horizon Ligation, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 24 Aug 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2759-2016
- FDA event ID
- 75020
- Recalling firm
- Teleflex Medical, Research Triangle Park, NC
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 24 Aug 2016
- FDA classified
- 8 Sep 2016
- Reported
- 14 Sep 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Labeling Errors
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 24 Aug 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Sep 2016 | Classified by FDA | +15 days |
| 14 Sep 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Misbranded: Incorrect etching on the device.
Product as listed by the FDA
WECK¿ Horizon" Manual-Load Ligating Clip Applier, For Medium-Large Size Horizon Ligation Clips Curved Jaw, 11 (28cm), Rx Only, REF 337111, Product Usage: Weck Closure Systems applier has been designed and calibrated for use with specific Horizon, Hemoclip Plus Hemoclip Traditional, or Atrauclip ligating clips as indicated. Applier color coding matches the color of the ligating clip cartridge for which it is to be used. Hemoclip Plus appliers are easily identified by one black-ring handle.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution US Nationwide in the states of FL, IL, KY, MI, NY and OK and countries of Mexico and Canada.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Misbranded: Incorrect etching on the device.
Which lots are affected?
Product Code: 337111, Lot Number: 06F1515745.
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution US Nationwide in the states of FL, IL, KY, MI, NY and OK and countries of Mexico and Canada.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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