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Alaris Pump Module, Model No. 8100 and AIL sensor kits, P/N… recallZ-0950-2017 · CareFusion 303, Inc. · initiated Dec 2, 2016

Class I Terminated All recalls posted in January 2017

Is my device affected?

  1. 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.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from CareFusion 303, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

During an infusion, a false Air-in-Line (AIL) alarm would cause the infusion to be interrupted.

FDA root cause category: Component change control

What the company is doing

Carefusion (BD) sent a Medical Device Safety Notification letter dated December 2, 2016, to all affected customers. The letter informed customers that BD has identified an issue with the Alaris Pump module. The letter informs the customers that the firm has received reports of Air-In-Line (AIL) alarms that have occurred when no air is observed in the line. Customers were informed of the issue and of the potential risk involved. The letter informs the customers of the actions for users and additional actions for biomedical engineering. Customers with questions regarding recall related questions were instructed to contact BD Support Center at (888) 562-6018, 7-4pm PT, M-F or email [email protected]. Customers with adverse event reports are instructed to contact Customer Advocacy at (888) 812-3266, 24 hrs/day, 7days/wk. or email [email protected]. For questions regarding this recall call 858-617-2000.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0950-2017
Recall class
Class I (most serious)
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Dec 2, 2016
Posted by the FDA
Jan 18, 2017
Recalling firm
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Quantity
382,635 units
Product code
FRN
FDA submissions
K950419
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution

Product description

Alaris Pump Module, Model No. 8100 and AIL sensor kits, P/N 147083-102 and P/N 49000221. The Alaris Pump module is a large volume infusion pump offered under the Alaris System. The Alaris Pump module will deliver medication and fluids using IV administration sets for continuous or intermittent delivery through clinically acceptable routes of administration such as intravenous or epidural

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

All products manufactured or serviced in the time period October 2011 through June 2015.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K950419 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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