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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 23, 2021

Angiographic Guidewire Component: Model Number: 107042, 107044, 107447, 110003, 110004, The angiographic guidewire components associated with this recall are manufactured with a requirement that further downstream processing (sterilization) is required. Indications for use for these components are not defined as they are not intended for final use.

The component part numbers intended for shipment to a third-party, where they are further processed into kits and sterilized were instead shipped directly to customers.

Recall #
Z-1860-2021
Affected scope
54,997 units
Initiated
May 4, 2021
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Medtronic Vascular recalled Angiographic Guidewire Component: Model Number: 107042, 107044, 107447, 110003, 110004, … - a critical-severity action.

Angiographic Guidewire Component: Model Number: 107042, 107044, 107447, 110003, 110004, … was recalled by Medtronic Vascular in June 23, 2021. Reason: The component part numbers intended for shipment to a third-party, where they are further processed into kits…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1860-2021 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Medtronic Vascular issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-The component part numbers intended for shipment to a third-party, where they are further processed into kits….

Critical
severity level
55K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
June 23, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1860-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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 - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. 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.

Product description

Angiographic Guidewire Component: Model Number: 107042, 107044, 107447, 110003, 110004, The angiographic guidewire components associated with this recall are manufactured with a requirement that further downstream processing (sterilization) is required. Indications for use for these components are not defined as they are not intended for final use.

Reason for recall

The component part numbers intended for shipment to a third-party, where they are further processed into kits and sterilized were instead shipped directly to customers.

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-1860-2021
Date reported June 23, 2021
Date initiated May 4, 2021
Recalling firm Medtronic Vascular
Firm location Danvers, MA
Affected scope 54,997 units
Distribution US /Domestic Distribution to states of: CA, KY, LA, MI, NE, NY, OH, OK, TX, WA, WI. OUS/Foreign to country of: Australia

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

Scale of Impact

54,997 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-1860-2021) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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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?
Angiographic Guidewire Component: Model Number: 107042, 107044, 107447, 110003, 110004, The angiographic guidewire components associated with this recall are manufactured with a requirement that further downstream processing (sterilization) is required. Indications for use for these components are not defined as they are not intended for final use.. Recalled by Medtronic Vascular. Units affected: 54,997 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The component part numbers intended for shipment to a third-party, where they are further processed into kits and sterilized were instead shipped directly to customers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 23, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1860-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US /Domestic Distribution to states of: CA, KY, LA, MI, NE, NY, OH, OK, TX, WA, WI. OUS/Foreign to country of: Australia.
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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