N/A 16SOFT-4Recalls & reported problems
Salter Labs · Salter Style Nasal O2 Cannula (Adult), 4' (1.2 m) 0 to 6 LPM, Non DEHP. · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 8
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 8 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00607411915833), received between Dec 29, 2022 and Mar 10, 2026 — classified as 1 injury, 7 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Incomplete or Inadequate Connection” (3 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Incomplete or Inadequate Connection3
- Connection Problem1
- Defective Device1
- Insufficient Flow or Under Infusion1
- Leak/Splash1
- Patient Device Interaction Problem1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions4
- Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available1
- Decreased Respiratory Rate1
- Insufficient Information1
- Skin Inflammation/ Irritation1
Recent adverse event reports
The 8 most recent of 8 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionMar 10, 2026Incomplete or Inadequate Connection
SUNMED HOLDINGS LLC. RECEIVED A SINGLE REPORT THAT REFERENCED THREE DIFFERENT INCIDENCES, WHICH WERE ASSOCIATED WITH SEPARATE UNITS, INVOLVING THE SAME PATIENT. THIS IS THE FIRST OF THREE REPORTS. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00002 FOR THE SECOND REPORT. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00003 FOR THE THIRD REPORT. IT WAS REPORTED, THE AIR-LINE CAME APART WHICH CAUSED THE PATIENT TO NOT RECEIVE OXYGEN. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF HARM OR INJURY AS A RESULT OF THIS REPORTED EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24559590 ↗MalfunctionMar 10, 2026Incomplete or Inadequate Connection
SUNMED HOLDINGS LLC. RECEIVED A SINGLE REPORT THAT REFERENCED THREE DIFFERENT INCIDENCES, WHICH WERE ASSOCIATED WITH SEPARATE UNITS, INVOLVING THE SAME PATIENT. THIS IS THE THIRD OF THREE REPORTS. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00001 FOR THE FIRST REPORT. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00002 FOR THE SECOND REPORT. IT WAS REPORTED, THE AIR-LINE CAME APART WHICH CAUSED THE PATIENT TO NOT RECEIVE OXYGEN. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF HARM OR INJURY AS A RESULT OF THIS REPORTED EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24559589 ↗MalfunctionMar 10, 2026Incomplete or Inadequate Connection
SUNMED HOLDINGS LLC. RECEIVED A SINGLE REPORT THAT REFERENCED THREE DIFFERENT INCIDENCES, WHICH WERE ASSOCIATED WITH SEPARATE UNITS, INVOLVING THE SAME PATIENT. THIS IS THE SECOND OF THREE REPORTS. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00001 FOR THE FIRST REPORT. REFER TO 3000219639-2026-00003 FOR THE THIRD REPORT. IT WAS REPORTED, THE AIR-LINE CAME APART WHICH CAUSED THE PATIENT TO NOT RECEIVE OXYGEN. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF HARM OR INJURY AS A RESULT OF THIS REPORTED EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24559588 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2025Insufficient Flow or Under Infusion; Insufficient Flow or Under Infusion
IT WAS REPORTED: BOTH TIPS OF THE NASAL PRONG ARE FULLY ATTACHED, MAKING VISUAL CONFIRMATION DIFFICULT. HOWEVER, WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS CONNECTED, FLOW IS BLOCKED, AND FLOW MEASUREMENT IS NOT POSSIBLE.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 23078216 ↗MalfunctionMay 24, 2024Defective Device; Defective Device
PIN HOLES IN CANNULA TUBING.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19397867 ↗InjuryMar 1, 2024Patient Device Interaction Problem; Patient Device Interaction Problem
SKIN ALLERGY (REDNESS AND SHARP HEATING OF THE SKIN OF THE FACE) NOT RELIEVED BY ANTIHISTAMINES BUT WITH CORTISONE AFTER 3 DAYS - AS SOON AS THE GLASSES ARE PUT ON, THE TINGLING WARNING OF THE ALLERGY STARTS AGAIN - BY CHANGING GLASSES NO REAPPEARANCE - NO DIETARY, MEDICATION OR COSMETIC CHANGES.
Patient problems: Skin Inflammation/ Irritation
MAUDE report 18822871 ↗MalfunctionNov 22, 2023Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash
CANNULAS ARE LEAKING.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 18196861 ↗MalfunctionDec 29, 2022Connection Problem; Connection Problem
THE CANULA CAME OFF AT THE CONNECTION WHILE PATIENT WAS TRAVELING.
Patient problems: Decreased Respiratory Rate
MAUDE report 16070724 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.