The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0003-2014·Announced 2013-10-09

Cordis ADROIT 6F Guiding Catheter Recalled for Labeling Error

Cordis Corporation is recalling 1,238 units of ADROIT 6F Guiding Catheters due to a labeling error regarding the conversion of the inner diameter from inches to millimeters.

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, but the source text explicitly identifies the issue as a labeling error where the primary dimension is correct, fitting the rubric for minor labeling errors.

Plain-English summary

Cordis Corporation is recalling 1,238 units of the Cordis ADROIT 6F Guiding Catheter. These medical devices are used for the intravascular introduction of interventional and/or diagnostic devices into the coronary or peripheral vascular system.

The recall is due to a labeling error related to the conversion of the catheter's inner diameter from inches to millimeters. The source text notes that the English dimension is correct and is the primary dimension.

The affected products were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in various countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The specific catalog numbers and lot numbers are listed in the structured product information. Consumers and healthcare providers should verify their inventory against the provided lot numbers and contact Cordis Corporation for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Cordis ADROIT 6F Guiding Catheter Product Usage: For intravascular introduction of interventional and/or diagnostic devices into the coronary or peripheral vascular system.
Manufacturer
Cordis Corporation
Affected units
1,238

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)

  • 15892739 67205400 15885645
  • 15887472
  • 15887474

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 21 states specifically: