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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 15, 2014

RENASYS EZ/ RENASYS EZ Plus 250 mL canister with Solidifier Product Usage: RENASYS EZ and RENASYS EZ Plus Canisters are used for the collection of exudate removed from wounds being treated by negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).

RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid.

Recall #
Z-0039-2015
Affected scope
19,499 = (10,849 (Item 66800058) & 8,650 (Item 66800913))
Initiated
July 18, 2014
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Smith & Nephew, Inc. recalled RENASYS EZ/ RENASYS EZ Plus 250 mL canister with Solidifier Product Usage: RENASYS EZ… - a moderate-severity action.

RENASYS EZ/ RENASYS EZ Plus 250 mL canister with Solidifier Product Usage: RENASYS EZ… was recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc. in October 15, 2014. Reason: RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0039-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Smith & Nephew, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
October 15, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0039-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0039-2015) was formally reported on October 15, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 18, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Smith & Nephew, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Saint Petersburg, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 19,499 = (10,849 (Item 66800058) & 8,650 (Item 66800913)).

The documented reason for this recall is: RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of FL, NC, CA, MO, MA, TX, NY, OH, CO, VA, IL, NJ, TN, NV, MN including Puerto Rico and countries of Canada, Mexico, Dubai, Argentina, Australia, Colombia, Germany, …. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

19,499 = (10,849 (Item 66800058) & 8,650 (Item 66800913))

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

RENASYS EZ/ RENASYS EZ Plus 250 mL canister with Solidifier Product Usage: RENASYS EZ and RENASYS EZ Plus Canisters are used for the collection of exudate removed from wounds being treated by negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).

Reason for recall

RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0039-2015
Date reported October 15, 2014
Date initiated July 18, 2014
Recalling firm Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Firm location Saint Petersburg, FL
Affected scope 19,499 = (10,849 (Item 66800058) & 8,650 (Item 66800913))
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of FL, NC, CA, MO, MA, TX, NY, OH, CO, VA, IL, NJ, TN, NV, MN including Puerto Rico and countries of Canada, Mexico, Dubai, Argentina, Australia, Colombia, Germany, Hong Kong, Jordon, M…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-0039-2015) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
RENASYS EZ/ RENASYS EZ Plus 250 mL canister with Solidifier Product Usage: RENASYS EZ and RENASYS EZ Plus Canisters are used for the collection of exudate removed from wounds being treated by negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).. Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc.. Units affected: 19,499 = (10,849 (Item 66800058) & 8,650 (Item 66800913)).
Why was this product recalled?
RENASYS EZ Canisters exhibiting visible evidence of deformation of the inlet port on the canister lid.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0039-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of FL, NC, CA, MO, MA, TX, NY, OH, CO, VA, IL, NJ, TN, NV, MN including Puerto Rico and countries of Canada, Mexico, Dubai, Argentina, Australia, Colombia, Germany, Hong Kong, Jordon, Malaysia, Thailand, Tunisia, New Zealand, South Africa, Shanghai, Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0039-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported October 15, 2014. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.