CareFusion recalls BD Alaris System devices with model numbers 8110 and 8120 that may display incorrect syringe types or sizes, potentially causing infusion delays, under-infusion, or over-infusion. Affected units include specific serial numbers listed in the recall.
The Alaris PC unit can display incorrect syringe type and/or syringe sizes. This could result in delays in infusion, under-infusion, or over-infusion.
CareFusion is recalling BD Alaris System devices (model 8110 and 8120) that may show incorrect syringe types or sizes. This could lead to delays, under-infusion, or over-infusion of medications. The issue is not dangerous but requires correction to ensure proper medication delivery.
The system may display incorrect syringe types or sizes, which can lead to delays in medication delivery, under-infusion (less medication than prescribed), or over-infusion (more medication than prescribed). This happens due to a sensor malfunction that affects how the system identifies syringe size.
Patients using the BD Alaris System for medication delivery, particularly those receiving intravenous infusions. The risk is low as the issue does not cause immediate harm but requires correction to prevent infusion errors.
Check if your BD Alaris System has model numbers 8110 or 8120. The specific serial numbers are listed in the recall notice, which includes a large list of numbers starting with 'PCA (8120)' followed by various serial numbers.
Identify your BD Alaris System model number (8110 or 8120) and check if it matches the affected serial numbers listed in the recall.
Reach out to CareFusion for instructions on how to correct the issue, which may include replacing the syringe sensor module.
No, this recall is low risk. The issue may cause delays or incorrect infusion amounts, but it does not pose an immediate risk of serious injury.
Check if your BD Alaris System has model numbers 8110 or 8120 and if your serial number is listed in the recall notice (the document includes a large list of serial numbers starting with 'PCA (8120)' followed by numbers).
Contact CareFusion for instructions on how to correct the issue, which may involve replacing the syringe sensor module with the replacement kit provided in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send CareFusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2882-2020 — CareFusion CareFusion Hello, I own a CareFusion that is covered by recall Z-2882-2020 from CareFusion. 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.