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Outlook ES pump is intended for use with B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets. Used to regulate the flow of primary and secondary fluids when positive pressure is required. The infusion system is capable of delivering fluid from a negative head height (when the IV fluid container is lower than the pump), and provides clinically accepted volumetric accuracy for all standard IV fluids, including blood, lipid, and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). Model number: 621-100ES, and 621-200ES. To de

Reported: September 18, 2013 Initiated: December 5, 2012 #Z-2175-2013 14,161 units

B Braun Medical, Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on September 18, 2013. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 14,161 units are affected. The recall was issued because: B. Braun Medical Inc. is informing our customers of a field correction previously performed to address the loss of the …. 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-2175-2013) was formally reported on September 18, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 5, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. B Braun Medical, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Carrollton, TX. Federal records indicate 14,161 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: B. Braun Medical Inc. is informing our customers of a field correction previously performed to address the loss of the drug library in the Outlook Pump Models 620-100 and 620-200. This could have occurred after periods … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Disribution: USA (nationwide) and country of: Canada.. 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 13 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

Moderate

Units Affected

14,161

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Outlook ES pump is intended for use with B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets. Used to regulate the flow of primary and secondary fluids when positive pressure is required. The infusion system is capable of delivering fluid from a negative head height (when the IV fluid container is lower than the pump), and provides clinically accepted volumetric accuracy for all standard IV fluids, including blood, lipid, and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). Model number: 621-100ES, and 621-200ES. To deliver a broad range of drugs with use with the B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets.

Reason for Recall

B. Braun Medical Inc. is informing our customers of a field correction previously performed to address the loss of the drug library in the Outlook Pump Models 620-100 and 620-200. This could have occurred after periods of lost DC (battery) power or out of tolerance low power. This could have led to a delay in therapy, or to delivery of an over or under-dose of a therapy if the user was to rely on

Details

Recalling Firm
B Braun Medical, Inc.
Units Affected
14,161
Distribution
Worldwide Disribution: USA (nationwide) and country of: Canada.
Location
Carrollton, TX

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 Terminated
Recall number Z-2175-2013
Date reported September 18, 2013
Date initiated December 5, 2012
Recalling firm B Braun Medical, Inc.
Units affected 14,161
Distribution Worldwide Disribution: USA (nationwide) and 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

14,161 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Outlook ES pump is intended for use with B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets. Used to regulate the flow of primary and secondary fluids when positive pressure is required. The infusion system is capable of delivering fluid from a negative head height (when the IV fluid container is lower than the pump), and provides clinically accepted volumetric accuracy for all standard IV fluids, including blood, lipid, and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). Model number: 621-100ES, and 621-200ES. To deliver a broad range of drugs with use with the B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets.. Recalled by B Braun Medical, Inc.. Units affected: 14,161.
Why was this product recalled?
B. Braun Medical Inc. is informing our customers of a field correction previously performed to address the loss of the drug library in the Outlook Pump Models 620-100 and 620-200. This could have occurred after periods of lost DC (battery) power or out of tolerance low power. This could have led to a delay in therapy, or to delivery of an over or under-dose of a therapy if the user was to rely on
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 18, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2175-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Disribution: USA (nationwide) and country of: Canada..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2175-2013) 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.

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 moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. 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.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

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.

All federal data sources used on this page

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).