The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2889-2020·Announced 2020-09-02

BD SafetyGlide Syringes Recalled for Incorrectly Printed Scale Markings

Becton Dickinson is recalling 3mL SafetyGlide syringes because the printed scale markings are skewed, missing, or partially printed.

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, and the defect involves incorrect printing of scale markings which could lead to dosing errors, fitting the criteria for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

Becton Dickinson & Company is recalling 125,200 units of BD SafetyGlide 3mL 25G x 1 3mL SafetyGlide syringes, 50 units in pack. The affected products have catalog number 305924, lot number 8289599, and UDI number 30382903059240.

The recall was initiated because the printed scale markings on the syringes are printed incorrectly. The scale is skewed to different degrees, resulting in missing and/or partially printed scale numbers and scale lines.

The affected syringes were distributed in the US and Canada. Users should stop using the affected syringes and contact Becton Dickinson & Company for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
BD SafetyGlideTM 3ml 25G x 1 3mL SafetyGlide syringes, 50 units in pack
Affected units
125,200

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 (1)

  • Catalog #: 305924 Lot #: 8289599 UDI #: 30382903059240

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.