Hemopro 2 with Vasoshield, Model VH-4001 recallZ-0995-2023 · Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC · initiated Dec 22, 2022
Open, Classified
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 Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC 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
Ink on the Vasoshield syringe Maquet logo may chip resulting in an unreasonable risk of harm to the patient. Potential harms may include foreign body reaction, coronary embolic event, and peripheral embolic event.
FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm
What the company is doing
URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE Removal notification letters dated 12/22/22 were sent to customers. Actions to be taken by the Customer: Our records indicate that you have received the Hemopro 2 with Vasoshield and Vasoshield Syringe from lots affected by this recall. Please, note that Distributed Affected Lot Numbers appear on the device shelf boxes only. Please examine your inventory immediately to determine if you have any of Hemopro 2 with Vasoshield and/or Vasoshield Syringe with the product code/lot numbers listed in this notice. LOT numbers can be found on the product label in the area circled in red. 1. Should you have any affected product lots as listed in this notification, please stop using and remove the complete device from areas of use. Distributed Affected Lot Number can be found on the device package. 2. Should you have un-used affected VH-4001 kits and/or VH-5001 (partial or full packs) you are eligible for credit. 3. Please forward this information to all current and potential Hemopro 2 with Vasoshield and Vasoshield Syringe users within your hospital / facility. 4. If you are a distributor who has shipped any affected products to customers, please forward this document to their attention for appropriate action. 5. Please contact Getinge Customer Service at 888-880-2874 between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time to request a return authorization (RMA) and shipping instructions to return any affected product. 6. Whether you have affected product or not, please complete and sign the attached MEDICAL DEVICE Removal - RESPONSE FORM (page 4) to acknowledge that you have received this notification. Return the completed form to Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC /Getinge by e-mailing a scanned copy to [email protected] or by faxing the form to (877)-804-2316. We apologize for any inconvenience this recall may cause. If you have any questions, please contact your Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC /Getinge representative or call the Geting
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0995-2023
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated by the company
- Dec 22, 2022
- Posted by the FDA
- Jan 19, 2023
- Recalling firm
- Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC
- Quantity
- 9817 devices
- Product code
- GEI
- FDA submissions
- K101274
- Distribution
- US Nationwide. Japan, Germany.
Product description
Hemopro 2 with Vasoshield, Model VH-4001
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
UDI-DI: 00607567700901; Serial Numbers: 25152107, 25152204, 25152293, 25152463, 25152771, 25153153, 25153273, 25153366, 25153585, 25153847, 25153960, 25154066, 25154880, 25155262, 25155326, 25155785, 25156245, 25156642, 25157016, 25157085, 25157244, 25157700, 25157898, 25158066, 25158152, 25158374, 25158822, 25158965, 25159100, 25159335, 25159572, 25159695, 25159791, 25160255, 25160398, 25160498, 25160712, 25160961, 25161193, 25161423, 25161672, 25162202, 25162407, 25162505, 25163168, 25163281, 25163367, 3000236928, 3000251969
Other devices under the same FDA submission
3 devices cleared under K101274 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.
- Vasoview Hemopro 2 VH-4000Maquet Cardiovascular LLC · Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories6 recalls1 death3,232 reports
- Hemopro 2 w/Vasoshield VH-4001Maquet Cardiovascular LLC · Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories4 recalls105 reports
- HemoPro 2 Adaptor C-VH-4020Maquet Cardiovascular LLC · Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation & Accessories79 reports
Other products in the same recall event
The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 91363).
- Z-0996-2023 · Open, ClassifiedVasoshield Syringe Packs, Model VH-5001
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 16, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
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