The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0352-2017·Announced 2016-11-09

Medline Recalls Rigid Suction Canisters Due to Implosion Risk

Medline Industries is recalling 7,680 Rigid Suction Canisters (2000 CC and 3000 CC) because they may implode when subjected to excessive negative pressure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (implosion) where no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Medline Industries Inc is recalling 7,680 units of Rigid Suction Canisters, specifically the 3000 CC and 2000 CC models. The affected products are identified by product codes OR220 and OR230 and lot numbers ranging from 9961601xxxx through 9961604xxxx.

The recall is being conducted because the canisters pose a risk of implosion if they are subjected to excessive negative pressure during use. This defect could potentially cause the rigid container to collapse inward.

The affected units were distributed in the United States to the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington. Consumers and healthcare facilities should stop using these specific canisters and contact Medline Industries for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Rigid Suction Canister 3000 CC and 2000 CC.
Hazard
Affected units
7,680

Distribution

Distributed in 18 states: