Z-0528-2025 Class II Ongoing
FDA device recall Z-0528-2025 was initiated by Smiths Medical ASD, Inc. on October 28, 2024 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Smiths Medical has identified a potential for ingress of fluid into the device during reprocessing. The ingress takes place at the rear of the device between the end cap and the tube. This could lead… The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 10,223 units.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Devices
- Report Date
- December 4, 2024
- Initiation Date
- October 28, 2024
- Termination Date
- N/A
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- 10,223 units
Product Description
smiths medical PORTEX Tracheal Tube Exchange Guide, 15Ch x 70cm, REF 14-504-68 and REF 14-504-68JP
Reason for Recall
Smiths Medical has identified a potential for ingress of fluid into the device during reprocessing. The ingress takes place at the rear of the device between the end cap and the tube. This could lead to staining of the device or allowing the fluid to remain in the device. In addition, the Hypochlorite Solution (200ppm) and the 4% Acetic Acid disinfectants recommended in the IFU may be inadequate according to the disinfection standards for this type of device.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution.
Code Information
REF 14-504-68, UDI/DI 35021239002586, Lot Numbers: 0003393, 0003394, 0003357, 0003358, 0003267, 0003368, 0003634, 0003254, 0003369, 0003165, 0003184, 0003196, 0003204, 0003206, 0003226, 0003256, 0003300, 0003307, 0003308, 0003314, 0003322, 0003359, 0003360, 0003361, 0003362, 0003363, 0003364, 0003377, 0003380, 0003635, 0003643; REF 14-504-68JP, UDI/DI 35021239002586, Lot Numbers: 0003369, 0003377, 0003393, 0003394, 0003634, 0003635, 0003643