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ARROW recallZ-1914-2026 · Arrow International, LLC · initiated Mar 11, 2026

Open, Classified

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 Arrow International, LLC 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

Due to receiving a notice from a supplier that the liquid adhesive was incorrectly manufactured

FDA root cause category: Process control

What the company is doing

On 03/18/2026, the firm sent via FedEx-2-day an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" Letter informing customers that Ferndale Laboratories issued a Field Safety Notice (FSN) to inform users of multiple complaints reporting the butyrate tubing of the Mastisol Liquid Adhesive vial cracked during actuation. According to the Ferndale Laboratories FSN, one lot of MASTISOL Liquid Adhesive was exposed to a double sterilization cycle which may have contributed to the butyrate tubing becoming brittle and susceptible to cracking during actuation. Medical Facilities should: 1. Immediately check inventory for product within the scope of this recall and cease use and distribution of affected product and immediately quarantine the affected product. 2. For impacted product, mark the applicable checkbox on the Acknowledgement Form (Appendix 1) and contact Teleflex Customer Service utilizing one of the following methods: a. Fax, including Attn: Customer Service , or email customer service using the point of contact details outlined on Page 3 with a copy of Appendix 1 OR b. Using the online FSN Portal, complete the acknowledgement form virtually using the following link: https://fca.myteleflex.com/en/recall/000606 Note: Option B is solely applicable to customers who received product direct from Teleflex. 3. For impacted product, mark the applicable checkbox on the Acknowledgement Form (Appendix 1) and return the form to Teleflex at the contact details provided. 4. Teleflex (or your local dealer) will issue a credit note upon receipt of the returned affected product. Distributor should: 1. Provide a copy of this recall notice to all customers who have received impacted product. Each customers is then required to complete the Acknowledgement Form and return it to Distributor. 2. Request immediate check of inventory, cease use and distribution of, and quarantine, affected products and returned to Teleflex. For questions-contact customer service at 1-866-396-2111 or email Recalls@telefle

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1914-2026
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Mar 11, 2026
Posted by the FDA
Apr 22, 2026
Recalling firm
Arrow International, LLC
Quantity
395
Product code
FOZ
FDA submissions
K071538
Distribution
U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, GA, MA, ME, MI, OR, PA, and VA.

Product description

ARROW, ARROWG+ARD AND ARROWG+ARD BLUE PLUS PRESSURE INJECTABLE CENTRAL VENOUS CATHETER REF ASK-42802-PLH UDI code: (01)10801902133110(17)261231(11)251211(10)33F25L0140 REF ASK-45703-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223675(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0143 REF ASK-42854-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223668(17)261231(11)251210(10)33F25L0144 REF ASK-45854-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223699(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0145 The Arrowg+ard technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (> 30 days). Clinical effectiveness of the Arrowg+ard Blue Plus catheter in preventing CRBSIs compared to the original Arrowg+ard Blue catheter has not been studied.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Product Code: ASK-42802-PLH UDI code: (01)10801902133110(17)261231(11)251211(10)33F25L0140 Batch Number: 33F25L0140 Product Code: ASK-45703-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223675(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0143 Batch Number: 33F25L0143 Product Code: ASK-42854-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223668(17)261231(11)251210(10)33F25L0144 Batch Number: 33F25L0144 Product Code: ASK-45854-MGH UDI code: (01)10801902223699(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0145 Batch Number: 33F25L0145

Devices named in this recall

4 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Product lines

Other devices under the same FDA submission

227 devices cleared under K071538 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 98618).

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