Recall of ARROW Pressure Injectable Central Venous Catheters
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ARROW International is recalling 395 units of specific central venous catheters due to incorrect manufacturing of the liquid adhesive by a supplier.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on May 7, 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
ARROW International, LLC is recalling certain central venous catheters because of a notice from a supplier that the liquid adhesive was incorrectly manufactured. This is a voluntary recall initiated by the firm.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are ARROW, ARROWG+ARD AND ARROWG+ARD BLUE PLUS PRESSURE INJECTABLE CENTRAL VENOUS CATHETER with the following details: REF ASK-42802-PLH (UDI code: (01)10801902133110(17)261231(11)251211(10)33F25L0140, Batch Number: 33F25L0140), REF ASK-45703-MGH (UDI code: (01)10801902223675(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0143, Batch Number: 33F25L0143), REF ASK-42854-MGH (UDI code: (01)10801902223668(17)261231(11)251210(10)33F25L0144, Batch Number: 33F25L0144), and REF ASK-45854-MGH (UDI code: (01)10801902223699(17)261231(11)251209(10)33F25L0145, Batch Number: 33F25L0145). A total of 395 units are affected, distributed nationwide in the states of AZ, CA, GA, MA, ME, MI, OR, PA, and VA. The official recall number is Z-1914-2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers who have these products should contact ARROW International, LLC for instructions, as the initial notification was made via letter. For returns or refunds, reach out to the recalling firm at their address: 3015 Carrington Mill Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560-5437.
Why This Matters
This recall involves medical devices intended to help prevent catheter-related bloodstream infections, and the manufacturing issue could affect their safety and effectiveness, potentially impacting patient health in the United States.
Source
Attribution: FDA Recall Number Z-1914-2026. For more information, visit the FDA website.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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