The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1408-2015·Announced 2015-04-15

VasoNova Vascular Positioning System G4 Console Recalled for Standard Noncompliance

VasoNova is recalling 17 Vascular Positioning System G4 Consoles due to noncompliance with IEC Standard 60101-1-1.

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 does not report any hospitalizations, injuries, or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

VasoNova, Inc. is recalling a limited number of VasoNova Vascular Positioning System (VPS) G4 Consoles. The recall involves 17 units with the catalog number VPS-G4C. These devices are indicated for the guidance and tip positioning of central venous catheters.

The recall was initiated because the affected consoles are noncompliant with International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard 60101-1-1. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

The affected units were distributed in the United States, specifically in the states of Arizona, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The specific serial numbers for the recalled units are GB40129, GB40130, GB40131, GB40133, GB40136, GB40146, GB40148, GB40151, GB40152, GB40154, GB40155, GB401456, GB40157, GB40158, GB40168, GB40175, and GB40186.

The recalled product

Product
VasoNova Vascular Positioning System (VPS ) G4 Console Catalog number VPS-G4C Cardiovascular: The VPS Stylet and Console are indicated for guidance and tip positioning for central venous catheters.
Manufacturer
VasoNova, Inc.
Affected units
17

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 (18)

  • Product code VPS-G4C
  • Serial numbers: GB40129
  • GB40130
  • GB40131
  • GB40133
  • GB40136
  • GB40146
  • GB40148
  • GB40151
  • GB40152
  • GB40154
  • GB40155
  • GB401456
  • GB40157
  • GB40158
  • GB40168
  • GB40175
  • GB40186

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 10 states specifically:

Same hazard · standard noncompliance

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