The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1842-2023·Announced 2023-07-05

Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tubes recalled for connector disconnection risk

Teleflex is recalling Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tubes nationwide due to reported disconnection of the 15mm connector from the tube. This disconnection could result in loss of airway during patient care.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This recall carries FDA Class I classification, the most serious category, which per FDA guidelines indicates potential for serious adverse health consequences. Endotracheal tube connector disconnection during use poses direct risk of airway loss and ventilation failure.

Plain-English summary

Teleflex LLC is recalling the Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set (REF 170145). The recall affects approximately 4,320 units distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Affected batch numbers include 18JG14, 18LG15, 19AG24, 19BG12, 19BG16, 19CT49, 19IT25, 20BT05, 20CT12, 20CT51, 20DT29, 20GG41, and additional batches under UDI/DI 14026704644923.

Reports indicate that the 15mm connector can disconnect from the endotracheal tube. This connector failure could occur during intubation or ventilation, potentially resulting in loss of airway access and inability to maintain patient breathing—a critical safety hazard.

Healthcare facilities and providers currently using affected batch numbers should immediately stop using these products and verify their inventory against the affected batch list. Contact Teleflex or your medical device supplier for replacement products. Report any adverse events related to these devices to the FDA's MedWatch program.

The recalled product

Product
Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF 170145
Manufacturer
TELEFLEX LLC
Category
Medical Device — Airway Management
Hazard
Affected units
4,320

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 (20)

  • UDI/DI 14026704644923
  • Batch Numbers: 18JG14
  • 18LG15
  • 19AG24
  • 19BG12
  • 19BG16
  • 19CT49
  • 19IT25
  • 20BT05
  • 20CT12
  • 20CT51
  • 20DT29
  • 20GG41
  • KME20H2929
  • KME20K1886
  • KME20K2586
  • KME20L1488
  • KME20L2377
  • KME21A1891
  • KME21C0019

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 123 recalled by TELEFLEX LLC 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.

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