The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1796-2019·Announced 2019-06-26

Arrow PICC Catheters Recalled for Incorrect Expiration Date Labeling

Arrow International is recalling 159 units of Arrow PICC catheters because the expiration date printed on the packaging is incorrect.

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 specific defect is a labeling error (incorrect expiration date) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the 'Minor labeling errors' criterion for a Moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Arrow International Inc. is recalling 159 units of Arrow PICC with Chlorag+ard Technology (Product Code: CDA 45552 VPS2). The recall was initiated because the expiration date printed on the product is incorrect.

The affected units are identified by the following batch codes: 23F17F0469, 23F17H0682, and 23F17L0203. The products were distributed nationwide and to foreign markets.

Healthcare providers and consumers should stop using these specific units and contact Arrow International for further instructions or a replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Arrow PICC with Chlorag+ard Technology Product Code: CDA 45552 VPS2
Affected units
159

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)

  • Batch Code: 23F17F0469
  • 23F17H0682
  • 23F17L0203

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 36 recalled by Arrow International Inc under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 36 products in this recall →