BARD Dynamic XT Steerable Catheter Recall Issued
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Stryker Sustainability Solutions is recalling 5 units of BARD Dynamic XT Steerable reprocessed electrophysiology catheters due to incomplete seals on sterile products.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on June 3, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Stryker Sustainability Solutions initiated a voluntary recall of the BARD Dynamic XT Steerable reprocessed electrophysiology catheter because of incomplete seals on sterile product.
Which Products Are Affected
BARD Dynamic XT Steerable, Product Number 201104; REPROCESSED ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY CATHETER. Five units are affected. UDI 00885825003890. Lot numbers: 4064760, 4336810, 4381356, 4381359, 4401919. Distributed nationwide in the United States and to Israel and Canada. Recall number Z-2180-2026. Classification: Class II.
What You Should Do
Consumers should refer to the recalling firm for return or additional instructions regarding the affected devices.
Why This Matters
The recall involves a small number of reprocessed catheters distributed across the US and internationally that may not maintain sterility.
Source
FDA recall Z-2180-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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