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ANGIODYNAMICS Percutaneous Introducer Set under the following labels: 1) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO B PG, Item Number H787065970505, Catalog No.REF 06597050, 2) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO S PG, Item Number H787065970525, Catalog No.REF 06597052, 3) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO A PG, Item Number H787065970545, Catalog No.REF 06597054 Indicated for percutaneous introduction of guidewire or catheter into the vascular system foll

Reported: December 28, 2016 Initiated: September 28, 2016 #Z-0774-2017 751 units units

Angiodynamics, Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on December 28, 2016. Classified as Low severity (Class III). Approximately 751 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: Greatbatch Medical the manufacturer of the 4F and 5F sheath/dilator components has determined that the products listed …. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0774-2017) was formally reported on December 28, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 28, 2016. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Angiodynamics, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Queensbury, NY. Federal records indicate 751 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Greatbatch Medical the manufacturer of the 4F and 5F sheath/dilator components has determined that the products listed in their September 7, 2016 Recall Notification have the potential for the rotating luer to detach fr… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, OH, OK, SC, NY, ME, PA, MD, VA, WA, WI, WV, TN, and TX. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Low

Units Affected

751 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

ANGIODYNAMICS Percutaneous Introducer Set under the following labels: 1) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO B PG, Item Number H787065970505, Catalog No.REF 06597050, 2) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO S PG, Item Number H787065970525, Catalog No.REF 06597052, 3) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO A PG, Item Number H787065970545, Catalog No.REF 06597054 Indicated for percutaneous introduction of guidewire or catheter into the vascular system following a small 21-gauge needle stick

Reason for Recall

Greatbatch Medical the manufacturer of the 4F and 5F sheath/dilator components has determined that the products listed in their September 7, 2016 Recall Notification have the potential for the rotating luer to detach from the dilator hub during use. AngioDynamics has confirmed that affected sheath/dilators (Greatbatch Model Numbers 10904-001 and 10904-002) have been included in packaged AngioDynamics Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kits.

Details

Recalling Firm
Angiodynamics, Inc.
Units Affected
751 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, OH, OK, SC, NY, ME, PA, MD, VA, WA, WI, WV, TN, and TX
Location
Queensbury, NY

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0774-2017
Date reported December 28, 2016
Date initiated September 28, 2016
Recalling firm Angiodynamics, Inc.
Units affected 751 units
Distribution Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, OH, OK, SC, NY, ME, PA, MD, VA, WA, WI, WV, TN, and TX

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

Scale of Impact

751 units units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ANGIODYNAMICS Percutaneous Introducer Set under the following labels: 1) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO B PG, Item Number H787065970505, Catalog No.REF 06597050, 2) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO S PG, Item Number H787065970525, Catalog No.REF 06597052, 3) 4 F Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kit, 45CM NT/T ECHO A PG, Item Number H787065970545, Catalog No.REF 06597054 Indicated for percutaneous introduction of guidewire or catheter into the vascular system following a small 21-gauge needle stick. Recalled by Angiodynamics, Inc.. Units affected: 751 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Greatbatch Medical the manufacturer of the 4F and 5F sheath/dilator components has determined that the products listed in their September 7, 2016 Recall Notification have the potential for the rotating luer to detach from the dilator hub during use. AngioDynamics has confirmed that affected sheath/dilators (Greatbatch Model Numbers 10904-001 and 10904-002) have been included in packaged AngioDynamics Stiffened Micro-Introducer Kits.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 28, 2016. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-0774-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, OH, OK, SC, NY, ME, PA, MD, VA, WA, WI, WV, TN, and TX.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0774-2017) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. Recall severity varies based on the likelihood and degree of potential harm to consumers. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).