Bard® Rubber Utility Catheter 277718Recalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00801741034121), received between Feb 16, 2022 and Aug 27, 2026 — classified as 3 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Naturally Worn” (2 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. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Incorrect Measurement

  It was reported that recently received shipment manufactured in China appears to be smaller and narrower than the product they had previously been using, which was manufactured in Mexico. According to the customer, the newer catheters are more difficult to use due to the perceived difference in size and dimensions compared with prior shipments.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50485317 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 18, 2022Naturally Worn; Naturally Worn

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE 4 RED RUBBER CATHETERS THAT HAD A WHITE COATING ON THEM AND CUSTOMER DID NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE USING CATHETER. THE LOT NUMBER WHICH HAD WHITE COATING ARE NGBR2101 ,NGCP2353, NGEW2357 AND NGEQ1812 .

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 13558723 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 16, 2022Naturally Worn; Naturally Worn

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE 4 RED RUBBER CATHETERS THAT HAD A WHITE COATING ON THEM AND CUSTOMER DID NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE USING CATHETER.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 13546375 ↗