AVID Medical, Inc. recalls Halyard IV START KIT NON-STERILE; 48 kits per case. Containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1 mL Applicator. Kit Model Number:
AVID Medical recalls Halyard IV Start Kits with possible open seals on BD ChloraPrep applicators. Affected kits may have packaging that doesn't seal properly, risking contamination. Stop using immediately if you own these kits.
Lower-risk recall
Convenience kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1 mL Applicator, which may exhibit an open or incomplete seal on the packaging of the applicator.
What happened, in plain English
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard IV Start Kits that contain BD ChloraPrep Clear 1 mL Applicators. The kits may have packaging with an open or incomplete seal, which could lead to contamination if used. This recall affects kits sold with specific model numbers and lot dates. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1292739-avid-medical-halyard-iv-start-kit-recall-open-seal-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1292739-avid-medical-halyard-iv-start-kit-recall-open-seal-risk · Published October 6, 2026 · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-3260-2026
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“AVID Medical Halyard IV Start Kit Recall: Open Seal Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1292739-avid-medical-halyard-iv-start-kit-recall-open-seal-risk. Based on FDA recall #Z-3260-2026 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-3260-2026%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The packaging of the BD ChloraPrep Clear 1 mL Applicator may not seal properly, potentially allowing contamination. This could happen if the applicator is exposed to air or moisture, but the risk is low as it's a convenience kit for IV starts.
Who’s affected
Healthcare professionals and patients using IV start kits with the affected model numbers. Those most at risk are individuals who have the kits with the listed lot numbers and expiration dates.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for kit model numbers KRIV26-02 and lot numbers 1658438 (exp 07/31/2026), 1685838 (exp 12/19/2027), 1699753 (exp 02/28/2027), or 1706455 (exp 12/19/2027). The kits come in cases of 48 units.
- Brand
AVID Medical- Category
Medical device
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Ongoing- Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Z-3260-2026 | Halyard IV START KIT NON-STERILE; 48 kits per case. Containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1 mL Applicator. Kit Model Number: KRIV26-02; Kit Model Number: KRIV26-02. UDI-DI: 10809160460481. Lot Numbers (Expiration Date): 1658438 (07/31/2026), 1685838 (12/19/2027), 1699753 (02/28/2027), 1706455 (12/19/2027). | 816 kits (17 cases) |
| Z-3261-2026 | Halyard IV START KIT NON-STERILE; 48 kits per case. Containing BD ChloraPrep Clear - 1 mL Applicator. Kit Model Number: KRIV26-01; Kit Model Number: KRIV26-01. UDI-DI: 10809160450109. Lot Number: 1642214. Expiration Date: 7/31/2027 | 192 kits (4 cases) |
What to do — step by step
Check Kit Model
Look for model number KRIV26-02 on the kit packaging.
Stop Using Immediately
If you have the affected model and lot numbers, stop using the kit immediately to avoid potential contamination.
Questions people ask
What is the specific model number for the recalled kits?
The kit model number is KRIV26-02.
Which lot numbers are affected?
Lot numbers 1658438 (exp 07/31/2026), 1685838 (exp 12/19/2027), 1699753 (exp 02/28/2027), and 1706455 (exp 12/19/2027).
How many kits are in each case?
Each case contains 48 kits.
Contact AVID Medical
We’ve drafted a message you can send AVID Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3260-2026 — AVID Medical AVID Medical Hello, I own a AVID Medical that is covered by recall Z-3260-2026 from AVID Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #Z-3260-2026 (July 22, 2026) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-3260-2026 to see it in context.
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