RUSCH Easy Cath Coude Kit, 10 FR, Rx Only, Sterile… recallZ-1732-2014 · Teleflex Medical · initiated May 21, 2014
Class II Terminated All recalls posted in June 2014
Is my device affected?
- Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
- If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Teleflex Medical or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
- Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.
Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean
Why it was recalled
Product was packaged with a straight catheter rather than the correct coude (curved) catheter.
FDA root cause category: Mixed-up of materials/components
What the company is doing
Teleflex Medical sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification dated May 21, 2014, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to immediately discontinue use and quarantine any of the affected product in stock. They were to complete and return the enclosed Recall Acknowledgement Form via fax to Teleflex Medical. Upon receipt, they will be contacted by a Customer Service Representative with instructions for the return of the product to Teleflex Medical. Teleflex Medical is committed to providing high quality, safe and effective products. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause your operations. If you have any other questions, feel free to contact your local sales representative or Customer Service at 1-866-246-6990.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1732-2014
- Recall class
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Initiated by the company
- May 21, 2014
- Posted by the FDA
- Jun 9, 2014
- Recalling firm
- Teleflex Medical
- Quantity
- 1000 eaches
- Product code
- KOD
- FDA submissions
- K000070
- Distribution
- US Distribution including the states of CA, FL, OH and OK.
Product description
RUSCH Easy Cath Coude Kit, 10 FR, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Teleflex Medical, Research Triangle Park, NC 27708. A tubular device that is inserted through the urethera and is used to pass fluids to or from urinary tracts.
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
Product Code: ECK103, Lot number: 02A1402484
Other devices under the same FDA submission
4 devices cleared under K000070 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.
- TELEFLEX IPN050863Teleflex Incorporated · CATHETER, UROLOGICAL21 reports
- TELEFLEX IPN050861Teleflex Incorporated · CATHETER, UROLOGICAL3 reports
- RUSCH IPN050938Teleflex Incorporated · CATHETER, UROLOGICAL1 report
- TELEFLEX IPN050883Teleflex Incorporated · CATHETER, UROLOGICAL1 report
Sources and updates
- Recall record: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · View the FDA recall notice ↗
- Devices: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Devices are linked when their identifier (with a valid check digit) appears in the recall's code information.
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
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