Welch Allyn recalls replacement bladders for blood pressure cuffs that may be the wrong size, risking inaccurate readings. Affected units include specific model and lot numbers.
Replacement bladder kit for the Welch Allyn two-piece reusable blood pressure cuff may contain a Large Adult size bladder rather than a Thigh size bladder in the replacement kits.
Welch Allyn is recalling replacement bladders for blood pressure cuffs that might be the wrong size (Thigh instead of Large Adult). This could lead to inaccurate blood pressure readings, which may affect health decisions.
The replacement bladders might be the wrong size (Thigh instead of Large Adult), causing inaccurate blood pressure readings. This could lead to incorrect health decisions if the readings are used for medical purposes.
People who own Welch Allyn blood pressure cuffs with the specific replacement bladder model REF 5089-18 and the listed lot numbers are affected. Those with the wrong size bladder may get inaccurate readings.
Check for the model number REF 5089-18 and lot numbers listed: 23-296, 23-318, 23-325, 23-353, 24-008, 24-036, 24-037, 24-138, 24-183, 25-037, 25-112, 25-119, 25-180.
Ensure the replacement bladder is labeled as 'Large Adult' for accurate blood pressure readings.
The replacement bladders may be the wrong size (Thigh instead of Large Adult), causing inaccurate blood pressure readings.
Check the model number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to see if your product is affected. If so, contact Welch Allyn for a replacement.
The recall addresses inaccurate readings, not physical injury. This is a low-risk issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Welch Allyn to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0847-2026 — Welch Allyn Welch Allyn Hello, I own a Welch Allyn that is covered by recall Z-0847-2026 from Welch Allyn. 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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