The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3109-2026·Announced 2026-09-16

AVID Medical Recalls Halyard IV Start Kits Due to Seal Defects

AVID Medical is recalling 98 Halyard IV Start Kits because wrinkles in the paper lidding may breach the seal, compromising sterility assurance.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a medical device with a defect that compromises sterility assurance, creating a risk of harm. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High (Score 3).

Plain-English summary

AVID Medical, Inc. is recalling 98 units of the Halyard IV Start Kit Non-Sterile (REF: KRIV26-02). The recall is limited to Lot Number 1658438, which has an expiration date of 7/31/2026 and UDI 10809160460481. These kits were distributed nationwide in the state of Nebraska.

The recall was initiated because the kits contain BD ChloraPrep Clear 1 mL and FREPP Clear 1.5 mL Applicators that lack sterility assurance. This defect is caused by wrinkles in the paper lidding, which may breach the seal area. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.

Healthcare providers and consumers should stop using the affected kits and contact AVID Medical, Inc. for further instructions or a replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Halyard IV Start Kit Non-Sterile REF: KRIV26-02
Manufacturer
AVID Medical, Inc.
Affected units
98

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)

  • Lot Number:1658438 7/31/2026 UDI: 10809160460481

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically: