# FDA recall Z-1116-2020

> **TELEFLEX MEDICAL INC** · Class II · device recall initiated 2020-01-09.

## Product

Rusch Greenlite Single-Use Metal Laryngoscope Blade for Fiber Optic System

## Reason for recall

The products are being recalled due to reports of breakage broke at the point of a welded joint either prior to use during setup or during use inside the patient's mouth.

## Distribution

Distributed nationwide in the US and to Puerto Rico; OUS to more than 20 countries; To the following government VA medical Centers:  VAMC - KANSAS CITY MO 4801 E Linwood Blvd Kansas City MO 64128-2218

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1116-2020
- **Recalling firm:** TELEFLEX MEDICAL INC
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2020-01-09
- **Report date:** 2020-02-19
- **Termination date:** 2023-09-11

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Morrisville, NC, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1116-2020

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1116-2020. Retrieved 2026-06-29 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1116-2020. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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