C.R. Bard Silastic Foley Catheters Recall
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C.R. Bard Inc is recalling 106,160 Silastic Brand Foley Catheters due to stains on the catheter surface.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on June 11, 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
C.R. Bard Inc initiated a voluntary recall of Silastic Foley Catheters due to stain present on the surface of affected devices.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 106,160 units distributed in AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and Canada. Affected products include:
- Silastic Brand Foley Catheter 30cc: REF 33416, 33418, 33420, 33422, 33424
- Silastic Brand Foley Catheter 5cc: REF 33614, 33616, 33618, 33620, 33622, 33624
Specific catalog numbers, UDI codes, and lot numbers are detailed in FDA recall Z-2226-2026. This is a Class II recall.
What You Should Do
Consumers should refer to the recalling firm or FDA for guidance on affected devices.
Why This Matters
The recall involves over 100,000 units distributed across the United States and Canada.
Source
FDA Enforcement Report - Recall Number Z-2226-2026, initiated April 23, 2026 by C.R. Bard Inc.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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