The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2220-2016·Announced 2016-07-27

WalkMed Infusion Pumps Recalled for Unapproved Software and Specification Changes

WalkMed Infusion is recalling Triton and Triton FP infusion pumps due to unapproved changes to software, specifications, and intended use.

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 a voluntary field action for unapproved changes to software and specifications without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

WalkMed Infusion, LLC is conducting a voluntary field action for the Triton Infusion Pump (model 300000) and the Triton FP Infusion Pump (model 400000). The recall is due to unapproved changes to the software and specifications of the Triton Infusion Pump and unapproved changes to the intended use of the Triton FP Infusion Pump.

A total of 2,966 units are affected. These devices were distributed nationwide to Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Washington. The source text does not specify foreign, VA, government, or military distribution.

The source text does not provide specific instructions for consumers or healthcare providers on how to handle the recalled devices, nor does it report any specific injuries or illnesses associated with the unapproved changes.

The recalled product

Product
The pump (with cushioning foam inserts) is packaged in a single pump box. Four pump boxes are placed in an over-shipper for distribution.
Affected units
2,966

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)

  • PCF15045R
  • PFA13002
  • PFA13005
  • PFA13006
  • PFA13007
  • PFA13008
  • PFA13009
  • PFA13010
  • PFA13011
  • PFA13012
  • PFA13013
  • PFA13014
  • PFA13015
  • PFA13016
  • PFA13017
  • PFA13018
  • PFA13019
  • PFA13020
  • PFA13021
  • PFA13022

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 16 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by WalkMed Infusion, 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.

See all 2 products in this recall →