The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0002-2017·Announced 2016-10-12

Merit Medical Recalls Inflation Syringe Kits Due to Labeling Errors

Merit Medical Systems is voluntarily recalling 1,297 Inflation Syringe Kits because unit labels are missing required device information.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II due to missing required labeling information, which fits the rubric criterion for minor labeling errors or low-risk issues.

Plain-English summary

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. has announced a voluntary field action for the Merit Inflation Syringe Kit, Catalog Number KOS-02857. The recall involves 1,297 total units. The specific reason for the recall is that the unit labels are missing required device labeling information.

The affected products are identified by Lot Numbers H959038, H970334, and H984351. Distribution was limited to one consignee located in California. There were no shipments to Canada, other foreign countries, or VA/government/military consignees.

This is a Class II recall, which indicates that use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the affected syringe kits and contact Merit Medical Systems for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Merit Inflation Syringe Kit. Catalog Number KOS-02857
Affected units
1,297

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Lot Numbers: H959038
  • H970334
  • H984351.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: