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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 10, 2013

Smiths Medical, BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable (Normally Open & Normally Closed), Reorder Numbers: WW3398NO & WW3398NC. For use with respiration carbon dioxide measurement equipment. Product Usage: The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable is designed for use with the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography (Plus or Sleep) system to transfer alarm signals from the Capnocheck¿ Capnography system to a remote alarm system. The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable and the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography systems are intended for use in all cr

In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some remote nurse alarm systems.

Recall #
Z-1014-2013
Affected scope
39
Initiated
February 6, 2013
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Smiths Medical Asd, Inc. recalled Smiths Medical, BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable (Normally Open & Normally Closed), Reorder Number… - a critical-severity action.

Smiths Medical, BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable (Normally Open & Normally Closed), Reorder Number… was recalled by Smiths Medical Asd, Inc. in April 10, 2013. Reason: In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1014-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Smiths Medical Asd, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some ….

Critical
severity level
39 units
affected scope
Class I
classification
April 10, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1014-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1014-2013) was formally reported on April 10, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 6, 2013. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Smiths Medical Asd, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Saint Paul, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 39.

The documented reason for this recall is: In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some remote nurse alarm systems. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: USA Nationwide Distribution - including the states of: CO, IL, IN, MA, SC and WI.. 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

Critical

Affected scope

39

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Smiths Medical, BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable (Normally Open & Normally Closed), Reorder Numbers: WW3398NO & WW3398NC. For use with respiration carbon dioxide measurement equipment. Product Usage: The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable is designed for use with the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography (Plus or Sleep) system to transfer alarm signals from the Capnocheck¿ Capnography system to a remote alarm system. The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable and the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography systems are intended for use in all critical environments including ventilatory applications, patient transport, and anesthesia.

Reason for recall

In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some remote nurse alarm systems.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1014-2013
Date reported April 10, 2013
Date initiated February 6, 2013
Recalling firm Smiths Medical Asd, Inc.
Firm location Saint Paul, MN
Affected scope 39
Distribution USA Nationwide Distribution - including the states of: CO, IL, IN, MA, SC and WI.

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

Scale of Impact

39 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.

What to do with this recall

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Smiths Medical, BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable (Normally Open & Normally Closed), Reorder Numbers: WW3398NO & WW3398NC. For use with respiration carbon dioxide measurement equipment. Product Usage: The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable is designed for use with the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography (Plus or Sleep) system to transfer alarm signals from the Capnocheck¿ Capnography system to a remote alarm system. The BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cable and the 9004 Capnocheck¿ Capnography systems are intended for use in all critical environments including ventilatory applications, patient transport, and anesthesia.. Recalled by Smiths Medical Asd, Inc.. Units affected: 39.
Why was this product recalled?
In rare instances, the BCI¿ Remote Alarm Cables (BCI¿ Cable) are not transferring alarms when used with some remote nurse alarm systems.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 10, 2013. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1014-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: USA Nationwide Distribution - including the states of: CO, IL, IN, MA, SC and WI..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1014-2013) 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 April 10, 2013. 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.