Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2012-12-20
Date Terminated2013-07-25
Product Quantity5,050 units
Reason for Recall
CareFusion is recalling the SmartSite Gravity Blood Set as a result of a potential for separation at the connection of the drip chamber and tubing . The separation may be observed at priming or observed during use. If a separation between the drip chamber and tubing occurs, this could cause a delay in treatment.
Firm Action
Carefusion sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Recall Notification" letter dated January 21, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
The customers were instructed to return all recalled product directly to the distributor from whom it was purchased immediately, complete and return the enclosed pre-addressed and postage paid mandatory Customer Recall Response Card and to contact your distributor directly, or call the Carefusion Support Center, if you have any questions.
For questions Recall Related Questions contact CareFusion Support Center at 888-562-6018; 7am to 4pm (Pacific). For technical questions contact Technical Support at 888-812-3229, 7am to 5pm (Pacific).
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution including the states of AK, CA, CO, IL, MO, NV, NY, TX and UT.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.