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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 22, 2026

B. Barun Hemodialysis Bloodlines, StreamLine Bloodline Long Version, FMC. Model Number: SL-2000M2095L.

Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to the tubing under negative pressure.

Recall #
Z-1801-2026
Affected scope
328,640 units
Initiated
March 19, 2026
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B Braun Medical Inc recalled B. Barun Hemodialysis Bloodlines, StreamLine Bloodline Long Version, FMC. Model Number: S… - a critical-severity action.

B. Barun Hemodialysis Bloodlines, StreamLine Bloodline Long Version, FMC. Model Number: S… was recalled by B Braun Medical Inc in April 22, 2026. Reason: Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to t…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1801-2026 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

B Braun Medical Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to t….

Critical
severity level
329K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
April 22, 2026
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1801-2026 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1801-2026) was formally reported on April 22, 2026, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 19, 2026. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. B Braun Medical Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Bethlehem, PA. Federal records list the affected scope as 328,640 units, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.

The documented reason for this recall is: Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to the tubing under negative pressure. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Canada.. 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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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 high severity.

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

Severity

Critical

Affected scope

328,640 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

B. Barun Hemodialysis Bloodlines, StreamLine Bloodline Long Version, FMC. Model Number: SL-2000M2095L.

Reason for recall

Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to the tubing under negative pressure.

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1801-2026
Date reported April 22, 2026
Date initiated March 19, 2026
Recalling firm B Braun Medical Inc
Firm location Bethlehem, PA
Affected scope 328,640 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Canada.

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

Scale of Impact

328,640 units 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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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. 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?
B. Barun Hemodialysis Bloodlines, StreamLine Bloodline Long Version, FMC. Model Number: SL-2000M2095L.. Recalled by B Braun Medical Inc. Units affected: 328,640 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for the accumulation of small air bubbles in the arterial line due to adherence of blood gases to the tubing under negative pressure.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 22, 2026. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1801-2026.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Canada..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1801-2026) 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 22, 2026. 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.