Becton Dickinson & Company recalls BD 23 G x .75 in. BD Vacutainer¿ Push Button Blood Collection Set with 12 in. Tubing Catalog # 367342 Intended for veni…

Recall date

August 8, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-0745-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Becton Dickinson & Company

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution- US (nationwide) and countries of: Canada, Belgium, Brazil.

Why it was recalled

BD has received multiple reports of units associated with the 23 G x .75 in. BD Vacutainer¿ Push Button Blood Collection Set with 12 in. Tubing whose lots are exhibiting separation of front and rear barrels upon activation of the safety feature, which retracts the needle.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

BD 23 G x .75 in. BD Vacutainer¿ Push Button Blood Collection Set with 12 in. Tubing Catalog # 367342 Intended for venipuncture to obtain blood specimens from patients.