BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    BD 30G1/2 PrecisionGlide Needle;Catalog/Lot Number: 305106. Needles are intended for use in aspiration and injection of medications.

    Recall: Z-0023-2011 · Initiated August 24, 2010

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-0023-2011
    Event Number
    56663
    Firm
    Becton Dickinson & Company
    FEI Number
    2243072
    Product Code
    GAA
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Pending
    Initiated
    August 24, 2010
    Posted
    October 7, 2010
    Terminated
    August 25, 2011
    Address
    1 Becton Dr, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417-1815

    Description

    BD 30G1/2 PrecisionGlide Needle;Catalog/Lot Number: 305106. Needles are intended for use in aspiration and injection of medications.

    Reason

    There have been reports of blocked/clogged needles for the 30 gauge PrecisionGlide Needles

    Action

    BD sent out Product Correction letters to all end users of the product on 8/24/10. Letters were mailed by BD via UPS second day air. The letter stated the issue and said that customers should assess the patency prior to injection. The letter also stated that a BD 30 gauge PrecisionGlide Needle from another lot can be used in place of a clogged needle. If customers require replacement needles or further assistance, they can contact BD at 1-888-237-2762. Finally, the letter states that BD has implemented corrective actions to reduce the potential for further recurrence of the blockage issue.

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution -- USA and Canada.

    Quantity

    2,599,000 units