B. Braun recalls large-bore IV fittings with potential leaks that could cause infections, delayed treatment, or life-threatening issues. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
Devices may leak as a result of a manufacturing issue. Leakage may result in a delay of therapy, increase risk of bloodstream infection (BSI), and may expose both patients and healthcare workers to hazardous medication. There is also the potential for life-threatening situations to occur requiring additional medical intervention.
B. Braun is recalling large-bore IV fittings that may leak, risking infections, delayed treatment, or serious medical emergencies. This affects healthcare settings using the specific lot numbers.
The fittings may leak due to a manufacturing issue. This leakage can delay critical treatments, increase infection risk, and potentially cause life-threatening situations requiring immediate medical attention.
Healthcare workers and patients using the recalled IV fittings are most at risk. The recall targets specific lot numbers sold to hospitals and clinics.
Check for the lot numbers 0061744741 or 0061749486 on the packaging. The product is a bulk large-bore male LL fitting used in IV administration.
Inspect the fitting for signs of leakage, which could indicate the manufacturing issue.
Reach out to B. Braun Medical for guidance on next steps if leaks are found.
The product is identified by Article No. M4341750SN and lot numbers 0061744741 or 0061749486.
The recall does not specify that leaks are the only issue; the manufacturer advises checking for potential leaks regardless.
The recall record does not mention any remedy or fix for the leakage issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0136-2024 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-0136-2024 from B. Braun. 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.
