Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for IV Sets with drip chambers by ICU Medical, Inc.. Reason: Intravascular administration tubing set drip chambers may have black specks potentially due to the plastic molding process leaving discolored polyviny.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-3162-2026
Action Date
2026-09-23
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
IV Sets with drip chambers
Lot/Code Info: All products manufactured on or before 7/4/2026. UDI-DI: 20887787005831
Quantity Affected: 86,113
Reason for Recall
Intravascular administration tubing set drip chambers may have black specks potentially due to the plastic molding process leaving discolored polyvinyl chloride (PVC) material within the drip chamber wall. The presence of discoloration and particulate matter in the fluid path has not been ruled out.
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states and territories of ND, TX, CT, KY, CO, AR, NC, NJ, VA, MD, OK, AK, IA, IN, KS, OR, CA, OH, WA, GA, AL, SC, MA, HI, FL, NH, NE, MN, MS, SD, MT, NY, DC, ID, WI, PA, AZ, MO, NV, TN, NM, WV, WY, IL, UT, MI, RI, VT, LA, DE, ME, VI, GU, PR and the countries of PK, PH, MY, HK, IN, DE, CR.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2026-05-12
Company
San Clemente, CA
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 203 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 445 device-related FDA actions this month.
ICU Medical, Inc. has 106 FDA actions in our database, including 96 recalls and 10 clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (ICU Medical, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does ICU Medical, Inc. have FDA actions?
ICU Medical, Inc. has 106 FDA actions in our database, including 96 recalls and 10 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-3162-2026" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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