The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1356-2025·Announced 2025-03-26

AV Fistula Kit Recall Due to Unconfirmed Sterilization Assurance

American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 90 AV Fistula kits because sterilization assurance requirements cannot be confirmed. Possible loss of functionality could delay or prolong patient treatment.

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: This Class II medical device recall involves unconfirmed sterilization assurance on vascular access devices. Per the severity rubric, this qualifies as 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported,' warranting a High rating.

Plain-English summary

American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 90 AV Fistula kits (Model No UTAV77T) distributed in Ohio. The manufacturer was unable to confirm that product sterilization assurance requirements were met.

AV Fistula kits are medical devices used for vascular access in dialysis patients. Possible loss or lack of functionality could lead to delay or prolonged patient treatment.

The affected lots are: 961241, 890241, 70-051326, 70-051979, and 70-053058, with UDI-DI 00191072205179. Patients and healthcare providers with devices from these lots should contact American Contract Systems Inc for guidance on appropriate next steps.

The recalled product

Product
AV FISTULA , Model No UTAV77T
Manufacturer
American Contract Systems Inc
Hazard
  • sterilization-defect
  • infection-risk

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 (1)

  • UDI-DI 00191072205179 Lots 961241 890241 70-051326 70-051979 70-053058

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.