The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2436-2020·Announced 2020-07-08

Westmed Neo-Vent Infant T-Piece Resuscitation Circuit Recall for Non-Compliant Connections

Westmed is recalling Neo-Vent Infant T-Piece Resuscitation Circuits because a mold repair resulted in non-compliant 15mm OD connections, preventing use with compatible infant resuscitators.

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 describes a functional incompatibility (non-compliant connections) rather than a direct safety hazard like injury or illness. This aligns with the rubric for moderate severity involving functional defects or low-risk issues where no harm is reported.

Plain-English summary

Westmed, Inc. is recalling 48 cases of Neo-Vent Infant T-Piece Resuscitation Circuits with Neonatal Masks (REF 0421). The affected units are intended for use on compatible Infant Resuscitators and were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in Spain.

The recall was initiated because a repair to an adapter mold resulted in the production of parts with compliant 10mm ID connections but non-compliant 15mm OD connections. This manufacturing defect prevents facilities with infant resuscitators that connect via the 15mm OD fitting from using these circuits.

Affected lot codes include 101518U04, 102318U07, and 101618U03. Healthcare facilities and consumers should stop using these specific circuits and contact Westmed, Inc. for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Neo-Vent Infant T-Piece Resuscitation Circuit With Neonatal Mask; Circuit for use on compatible Infant Resuscitators. 15mm OD x 10mm ID connector; REF 0421, Qty:10, Length: 60" (1.5cm), Rx Only.
Manufacturer
Westmed, Inc.
Affected units
48

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)

  • 101518U04
  • 102318U07
  • 101618U03.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 13 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Westmed, 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 3 products in this recall →