Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported November 6, 2024
Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for pediatric use in an Oropharyngeal Airway.
King Systems Corp. dba Ambu, Inc. recalled AMBU / KING LTSD, SIZE 0,1 W/SUCTION PORT, STERILE- Inserted into a patient s pharynx thr… - a moderate-severity action.
AMBU / KING LTSD, SIZE 0,1 W/SUCTION PORT, STERILE- Inserted into a patient s pharynx thr… was recalled by King Systems Corp. dba Ambu, Inc. in November 6, 2024. Reason: Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0269-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
King Systems Corp. dba Ambu, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0269-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0269-2025) was formally reported on November 6, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 26, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. King Systems Corp. dba Ambu, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Noblesville, IN. Federal records list the affected scope as N/A.
The documented reason for this recall is: Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for pediatric use in an Oropharyngeal Airway. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide. 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
N/A
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
AMBU / KING LTSD, SIZE 0,1 W/SUCTION PORT, STERILE- Inserted into a patient s pharynx through the mouth to provide patent airway. Model/Catalog Number: KLTSD420
Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for pediatric use in an Oropharyngeal Airway.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-0269-2025 |
| Date reported | November 6, 2024 |
| Date initiated | September 26, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | King Systems Corp. dba Ambu, Inc. |
| Firm location | Noblesville, IN |
| Affected scope | N/A |
| Distribution | Nationwide |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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