FDA recall record

Becton Dickinson & Company CareFusion MaxPlus Clear Needleless Connector recall — FDA Z-0049-2020

After disconnection of a luer, the valve of the connector remains recessed; not fully closing, either temporarily or permanently. The risks of blood loss…

Class IIclassification
Z-0049-2020official record ID
Oct 16, 2019report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0049-2020
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBecton Dickinson & Company
Report dateOct 16, 2019
Recall initiation dateMay 2, 2019
Quantity115,200
LocationFranklin Lakes, NJ, United States

Official product description

CareFusion MaxPlus Clear Needleless Connector. Intended for Positive Displacement Connector for needleless access to the IV line and/or IV catheter during IV therapy Cat. No. MP1000-C

Why the product was recalled

After disconnection of a luer, the valve of the connector remains recessed; not fully closing, either temporarily or permanently. The risks of blood loss and air embolism exist if the valve remains permanently open and goes undetected, especially in the neonate population.

Distribution information

Nationwide Foreign: Canada

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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