Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0193-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Becton Dickinson & Company |
| Report date | Oct 30, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Quantity | 1735600 units |
| Location | Franklin Lakes, NJ, United States |
Official product description
BD Vacutainer Push Button Blood Collection Set with Pre-Attached Holder Catalog number 368356 - Product Usage: This product is designed to provide customers an increased level of safety during IV blood collection, convenience and to improve OSHA single-use holder compliance. Figure 1 shows a BD Vacutainer Push Button Blood Collection Set with the needle protector removed prior to needle retraction.
Why the product was recalled
Separation of front and rear barrels upon activation of the safety feature that retracts the needle
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including the states of CT, FL, MO, TN, OH, TX, GA, NC, SC, IN, IL, PA, CO and countries of Trinidad and Tobago, Hong Kong.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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