Becton Dickinson recalls MaxZero Extension Sets with Needle-less Connector due to fluid droplets separating after disconnection. Affected product codes include MZ1000 through MZ9329 and others. No remedy specified in recall notice.
BD has decided to initiate a voluntary recall due to a confirmed complaint trend for droplets of fluid separating from the sealed surface of the MaxZero connector, following disconnection.
Becton Dickinson is recalling MaxZero Extension Sets with Needle-less Connector because droplets of fluid can separate from the sealed surface after disconnection. This could lead to contamination or infection risks during medical procedures. The recall affects specific product codes listed in the notice.
The MaxZero connector can allow droplets of fluid to separate from the sealed surface after it is disconnected. This separation could lead to contamination of the fluid or the user's hands, increasing infection risk during medical procedures.
Users of MaxZero Extension Sets with Needle-less Connector for medical procedures are affected. Healthcare professionals using these devices for injections or blood draws are most at risk due to potential contamination.
Check for product codes listed in the recall notice: MZ1000, MZ1000-07, MZ5301 through MZ9329, and others. These sets were sold with the needle-less connector and are used in medical procedures.
Identify if your MaxZero Extension Set has a product code listed in the recall notice, such as MZ1000 or MZ5301.
Becton Dickinson has recalled these sets due to a confirmed complaint trend where droplets of fluid separate from the sealed surface after disconnection.
Affected product codes include MZ1000, MZ1000-07, MZ5301 through MZ9329, and others as listed in the recall notice.
The recall notice does not specify any remedy or action for affected users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0284-2020 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-0284-2020 from Becton Dickinson. 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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