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Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - D

Reported: June 5, 2024 Initiated: February 26, 2024 #Z-1876-2024 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits units

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield issued this FDA Devices recall on June 5, 2024. Classified as Critical severity (Class I). Approximately 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits units are affected. The recall was issued because: Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in pote…. 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-1876-2024) was formally reported on June 5, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 26, 2024. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Northfield, IL. Federal records indicate 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in potential moisture buildup, loss of pressure, or inability to inflate. There were also reports the suct… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution was nationwide. There was government/military distributon. Foreign distribution was made to San Salvador and United Arab Emirates.. 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 2 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

Critical

Units Affected

168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010502, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (2) Medline Intubation Tube - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010527, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (3) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (4) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540A, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (5) Medline Airway Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010717, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (6) Medline Airway Kit, Reorder No. DYNDJ1132, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 26 kits/case; (7) Medline Adult Intubation W Evac, Reorder No. DYNDJ1133, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case; (8) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (9) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501A, containing 6.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (10) Medline Adult Intubation Tray, Reorder No. DYNJAA269, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case.

Reason for Recall

Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in potential moisture buildup, loss of pressure, or inability to inflate. There were also reports the suction pump is difficult to connect or detaches during use.

Details

Units Affected
168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits
Distribution
Distribution was nationwide. There was government/military distributon. Foreign distribution was made to San Salvador and United Arab Emirates.
Location
Northfield, IL

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-1876-2024
Date reported June 5, 2024
Date initiated February 26, 2024
Recalling firm MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Units affected 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits
Distribution Distribution was nationwide. There was government/military distributon. Foreign distribution was made to San Salvador and United Arab Emirates.

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

Scale of Impact

168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits units affected — million-unit bracket.

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

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?
Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010502, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (2) Medline Intubation Tube - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010527, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (3) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (4) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540A, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (5) Medline Airway Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010717, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (6) Medline Airway Kit, Reorder No. DYNDJ1132, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 26 kits/case; (7) Medline Adult Intubation W Evac, Reorder No. DYNDJ1133, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case; (8) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (9) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501A, containing 6.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (10) Medline Adult Intubation Tray, Reorder No. DYNJAA269, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case.. Recalled by MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield. Units affected: 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in potential moisture buildup, loss of pressure, or inability to inflate. There were also reports the suction pump is difficult to connect or detaches during use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 5, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1876-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distribution was nationwide. There was government/military distributon. Foreign distribution was made to San Salvador and United Arab Emirates..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1876-2024) 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. This recall is classified as critical severity, meaning the product carries a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death. 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.

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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.

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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).