The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2917-2026·Announced 2026-08-19

Galt Medical Recalls Boston Scientific Transcarotid Access Kits

Galt Medical Corporation is recalling 114,260 Boston Scientific Enhance Transcarotid/Peripheral Access Kits because black depth markings may detach from the outer sheath.

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 hazard involves a component defect (detaching markings) without reported injuries or deaths, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Galt Medical Corporation is recalling 114,260 units of the Boston Scientific Enhance Transcarotid/Peripheral Access Kit (REF: SR-4F21G7D-MP). The recall involves specific components including the sheath with dilator, stiffen dilator, nitinol mandrel wire, needle, and extension tube with stopcock.

The recall was initiated because black depth markings may detach from the outer sheath of the coaxial dilator introducer component. The affected kits were distributed nationwide in the United States, specifically within the state of Minnesota.

Healthcare providers and facilities should check their inventory for the specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice and stop using the affected kits. Users should contact Galt Medical Corporation for further instructions on how to return or dispose of the recalled products.

The recalled product

Product
Boston Scientific Enhance Transcarotid/Peripheral Access Kit REF: SR-4F21G7D-MP (Kit-075-03) Sheath with Dilator , Stiffen Dilator, Nitinol Mandrel Wire w/ Radiopaque Tip [Au}, Needle, Extension Tube with Stopcock
Affected units
114,260

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically: