Arrow recalls specific catheter kits that may not be completely sealed, risking infection. Affected kits include models with product numbers ASK-21142-RH and others. Consumers should check their kit's lot numbers.
Certain lots of cardiovascular catheters may not be completely sealed and so sterility of the product cannot be guaranteed.
Arrow is recalling certain two-lumen central venous access kits that may not be sealed properly, which could lead to infection if used. This is a serious risk for medical procedures where sterility is critical.
The catheters may not be completely sealed, meaning the sterile packaging could be compromised. This increases the risk of infection during medical procedures if the kit is used without proper sterility.
Healthcare professionals and patients using these catheter kits for medical procedures. Those with the specific product numbers and lot numbers listed are most at risk.
Check for product numbers: ASK-21142-RH, ASK-21242-MMC1, ASK-21242-UCD, CDC-21242-1A, CDC-29803-1A, or CDC-29903-1A. Also look for lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Identify if your kit has one of the listed product numbers: ASK-21142-RH, ASK-21242-MMC1, ASK-21242-UCD, CDC-21242-1A, CDC-29803-1A, or CDC-29903-1A.
Check if your kit's lot numbers match those listed in the recall: 13F16L0254, 13F17B0196, 13F17C0046, etc.
Certain lots of these catheters may not be completely sealed, which could compromise sterility and lead to infection during medical procedures.
Check the product number and lot number on your kit against the list provided in the recall notice.
No, but you should check if your kit is affected before use. If it is, contact Arrow for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1324-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1324-2018 from Arrow. 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.
