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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 26, 2015

Alaris Syringe Pump, Model No. 8110. Delivers fluids. Expansion of Affected Units: BOM Housing Assembly Service, Part No. 49000226, and Lower Housing/Carriage Block Assembly, Part No. 148188-100.

Channel Error code is displayed on the PC unit with an audio and visual alarm, and on the syringe module. After the error is cleared on the PCU, the syringe pump is unresponsive…

Recall #
Z-2362-2015
Affected scope
68,460 units
Initiated
July 21, 2015
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CareFusion 303, Inc. recalled Alaris Syringe Pump, Model No. 8110. Delivers fluids. Expansion of Affected Units: … - a critical-severity action.

Alaris Syringe Pump, Model No. 8110. Delivers fluids. Expansion of Affected Units: … was recalled by CareFusion 303, Inc. in August 26, 2015. Reason: Channel Error code is displayed on the PC unit with an audio and visual alarm, and on the syringe module. A…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2362-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

CareFusion 303, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-Channel Error code is displayed on the PC unit with an audio and visual alarm, and on the syringe module. A….

Critical
severity level
68K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
August 26, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2362-2015 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.

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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.

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Product description

Alaris Syringe Pump, Model No. 8110. Delivers fluids. Expansion of Affected Units: BOM Housing Assembly Service, Part No. 49000226, and Lower Housing/Carriage Block Assembly, Part No. 148188-100.

Reason for recall

Channel Error code is displayed on the PC unit with an audio and visual alarm, and on the syringe module. After the error is cleared on the PCU, the syringe pump is unresponsive to key presses until the next power cycle, or the module is detached and reattached.

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-2362-2015
Date reported August 26, 2015
Date initiated July 21, 2015
Recalling firm CareFusion 303, Inc.
Firm location San Diego, CA
Affected scope 68,460 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Canada, Middle East, Malaysia, and Taiwan.

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

Scale of Impact

68,460 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

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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

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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?
Alaris Syringe Pump, Model No. 8110. Delivers fluids. Expansion of Affected Units: BOM Housing Assembly Service, Part No. 49000226, and Lower Housing/Carriage Block Assembly, Part No. 148188-100.. Recalled by CareFusion 303, Inc.. Units affected: 68,460 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Channel Error code is displayed on the PC unit with an audio and visual alarm, and on the syringe module. After the error is cleared on the PCU, the syringe pump is unresponsive to key presses until the next power cycle, or the module is detached and reattached.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 26, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-2362-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Canada, Middle East, Malaysia, and Taiwan..
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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