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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 29, 2020

Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine: Part Number Description 190573 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS. OLC/DIASAFE PLUS; 190713 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS., with CDX; 190766 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM W/BIBAG; 190858 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM WITHOUT CDX; 190895 2008T GEN 2 BIBAG WITHOUT CDX; 190908 2008T HD System With CDX, CAN

A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connected to the USB port on the rear of the machine

Recall #
Z-1748-2020
Affected scope
101,463
Initiated
March 12, 2020
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Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. recalled Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine: Part Number Description 190573 2008T HEMODIAL YSI… - a moderate-severity action.

Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine: Part Number Description 190573 2008T HEMODIAL YSI… was recalled by Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. in April 29, 2020. Reason: A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connec…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1748-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connec….

Moderate
severity level
101K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
April 29, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1748-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1748-2020) was formally reported on April 29, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 12, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Waltham, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 101,463, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.

The documented reason for this recall is: A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connected to the USB port on the rear of the machine Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Foreign: Canada, Curaca, Guam. 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
Where this recall sits in the database

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

101,463

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine: Part Number Description 190573 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS. OLC/DIASAFE PLUS; 190713 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS., with CDX; 190766 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM W/BIBAG; 190858 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM WITHOUT CDX; 190895 2008T GEN 2 BIBAG WITHOUT CDX; 190908 2008T HD System With CDX, CAN

Reason for recall

A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connected to the USB port on the rear of the machine

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1748-2020
Date reported April 29, 2020
Date initiated March 12, 2020
Recalling firm Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
Firm location Waltham, MA
Affected scope 101,463
Distribution Nationwide Foreign: Canada, Curaca, Guam

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

Scale of Impact

101,463 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
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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  • 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?
Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine: Part Number Description 190573 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS. OLC/DIASAFE PLUS; 190713 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYS., with CDX; 190766 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM W/BIBAG; 190858 2008T HEMODIAL YSIS SYSTEM WITHOUT CDX; 190895 2008T GEN 2 BIBAG WITHOUT CDX; 190908 2008T HD System With CDX, CAN. Recalled by Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.. Units affected: 101,463.
Why was this product recalled?
A "Remove USB Device 2" false alarm may be displayed when no USB device or a non-powered USB device is connected to the USB port on the rear of the machine
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 29, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1748-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Foreign: Canada, Curaca, Guam.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1748-2020) 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 29, 2020. 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.