Alaris 8015 (UDI 10885403801518)Recalls & reported problems
Carefusion 303, Inc. · Alaris PC Unit · Class 2
2 open recalls name this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
Quick summary
This is an Alaris 8015 infusion pump unit. Its reports mostly describe corroded or broken parts, failures to read input signals and early battery drain. There are 148,070 reports, including 45 deaths and 233 injuries. Two recalls are open: one covers a connector that may bend and delay infusion or monitoring, the other covers syringe labels listing syringes that were not validated. Reports dropped to 545 in the last 12 months, from 1,572 before.
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- Adverse event reports
- 148,093
- Deaths reported
- 45
- Injuries reported
- 233
- Recalls naming it
- 2
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 148,093 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10885403801518), received between Oct 23, 2017 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 45 deaths, 233 injuries, 147,815 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Corroded” (44,540 reports).
2 FDA recall records name this device's identifier, 2 still open.
25 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K051641); they may or may not involve this specific model.
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
Recalls naming this device
- Aug 15, 2024Open, Classified
Due to affected devices that may have bent female IUI connector and may not be operable and potentially cause delays in the start of the infusion or monitoring.
Z-3138-2024 · Root cause: Process control · FDA record ↗
- Sep 15, 2023Open, Classified
Alaris PCA Module 8120, Patient Controlled Analgesia infusion pump: compatible syringes labeling contains syringes that have not been validated.
Z-0186-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Corroded44,540
- Failure to Read Input Signal42,116
- Break21,934
- Battery Problem8,664
- Premature Discharge of Battery8,525
- Electrical /Electronic Property Problem8,279
- Crack6,158
- Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available4,690
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions126,103
- No Patient Involvement22,273
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient436
- Insufficient Information357
- No Information311
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient147
- Low Blood Pressure/ Hypotension91
- Cardiac Arrest16
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 148,093 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventive maintenance or recall remediation service event. There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50942095 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Break; Contamination; Corroded
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50931434 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that the following issue was observed on the device: "DEFECTIVE PCU KEYPAD ASSEMBLY." Reported Problem Cause Description: "HARDWARE FAILURE." Hence, the work Performed in the device includes: "Found defective PCU keypad assembly and replaced it." There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50882638 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Field Service]";"[Channel error]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50880026 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Field Service]";"[Channel error]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50837130 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Depot Repair]";"[service required]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50817577 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that the device may have been affected by water ingress, as the sprinkler system was activated during a fire incident at the hospital, also potential smoke damage. There was patient involvement, but no harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50814858 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that the device may have been affected by water ingress, as the sprinkler system was activated during a fire incident at the hospital, also potential smoke damage. There was patient involvement, but no harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50813675 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that the device may have been affected by water ingress, as the sprinkler system was activated during a fire incident at the hospital, also potential smoke damage. There was patient involvement, but no harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50813674 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that the device may have been affected by water ingress, as the sprinkler system was activated during a fire incident at the hospital, also potential smoke damage. There was patient involvement, but no harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50813664 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Corroded
It was reported that the device may have been affected by water ingress, as the sprinkler system was activated during a fire incident at the hospital, also potential smoke damage. There was patient involvement, but no harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50813663 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Repair Multi-Device]";"[CM- Repair Multi-Device]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50800951 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Device Alarm System
It was reported that the following issue was observed on the device: "SYSTEM ERROR." Reported Problem Cause Description: "None Provided." Hence, the work Performed in the device includes: "NEED TO REPLACE LOGIC BOARD." There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50797780 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Device Alarm System; Corroded
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Depot Repair]";"[Error code, logic board fault.]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50752253 ↗MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Break
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Repair Multi-Device]";"[Alaris system repairs with a combination of faults.]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50726396 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Display or Visual Feedback Problem
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Depot Repair]";"[Screen flickering]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50690906 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Use of Device Problem
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Repair Multi-Device]";"[Alaris system repairs with a combination of faults.]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50688842 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Corroded
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventive maintenance or recall remediation service event. There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50686910 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Circuit Failure
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Depot Repair]"; "[a controller unit SN: (b)(6) with a defective PSU]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50667774 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Contamination
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Field Service]";"[Equipment fault: Network Comm Error (600.6875)]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50664019 ↗MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Device Alarm System; Corroded
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "["[Service Type]"]"; "[faulty 8015 SN (b)(6) gives error 800.8000]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50589647 ↗MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Battery Problem
It was reported that a failure was observed during a planned preventative maintenance, recall remediation, or repair order service event. "[Depot Repair]";"[Fault: battery failure]". There was no reported patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50589630 ↗MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Corroded
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50569749 ↗MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Contamination
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50562018 ↗MalfunctionSep 1, 2026Battery Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50539173 ↗
Recalls under the same FDA submission
These recalls involve devices cleared under K051641. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.
- Z-1645-2026 · Feb 11, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedBD Alaris" System with Guardrails" Suite MX with Point of Care Unit
- Z-0184-2024 · Sep 15, 2023 · Open, ClassifiedBD Alaris PCU REF 8015
- Z-0185-2024 · Sep 15, 2023 · Open, ClassifiedBD Alaris Syringe Module, REF 8110
- Z-1360-2020 · Feb 4, 2020 · Open, ClassifiedCareFusion Alaris Pump Module, Model 8100
- Z-1362-2020 · Feb 4, 2020 · Open, ClassifiedCareFusion Alaris PCA Module, Model 8120
- Z-1361-2020 · Feb 4, 2020 · Open, ClassifiedCareFusion Alaris Syringe Module, Model 8110
- Z-2671-2017 · Jun 12, 2017 · TerminatedAlaris PC Unit, Model 8015
- Z-1520-2017 · Nov 1, 2016 · TerminatedAlaris System PC unit, model no. 8000 and 8015. The central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris infusion pump System.
- Z-2064-2016 · May 12, 2016 · TerminatedAlaris System PC Unit Model 8015 with software versions 9.17 and 9.19; Central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System.
- Z-1606-2016 · Mar 24, 2016 · TerminatedAlaris PC unit, Model 8015 The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System.
- Z-1239-2016 · Feb 12, 2016 · TerminatedAlaris PC Unit, Infusion Pump Model 8000, Part No. TC10005092
- Z-1811-2015 · May 13, 2015 · TerminatedAlaris PC unit model 8015, Infusion pump. software version 9.17 Product Usage: The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris
- Z-1311-2015 · Mar 12, 2015 · TerminatedAlaris PC units, Model No. 8015. Infusion pump.
- Z-0534-2014 · Dec 5, 2013 · TerminatedAlaris PC unit model 8000 and 8015 with Alaris PCA module model 8120 and Auto ID barcode scanner model 8600. Product Usage: The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monitor
- Z-1835-2013 · Jun 17, 2013 · TerminatedAlaris PC unit, model 8015, with version 9.12-Keyboard Processor and logic board assembly part number TC10006584. The Alaris PC Unit is the main user interface unit and power supp
…and 10 more.
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.