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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 27, 2023

TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-317

Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location

Recall #
Z-2612-2023
Affected scope
22,026 units
Initiated
October 5, 2020
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Tytek Medical Inc recalled TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air fr… - a moderate-severity action.

TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air fr… was recalled by Tytek Medical Inc in September 27, 2023. Reason: Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) i…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2612-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Tytek Medical Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) i….

Moderate
severity level
22K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
September 27, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2612-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2612-2023) was formally reported on September 27, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 5, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Tytek Medical Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of West Chester, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 22,026 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: OH, SC, VA Foreign: Country Australia Denmark Finland Germany Hong Kong/China Israel SPAIN The Netherlands Turkey UAE UK. 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

22,026 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-317

Reason for recall

Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location

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-2612-2023
Date reported September 27, 2023
Date initiated October 5, 2020
Recalling firm Tytek Medical Inc
Firm location West Chester, OH
Affected scope 22,026 units
Distribution OH, SC, VA Foreign: Country Australia Denmark Finland Germany Hong Kong/China Israel SPAIN The Netherlands Turkey UAE UK

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

Scale of Impact

22,026 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

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-317. Recalled by Tytek Medical Inc. Units affected: 22,026 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 27, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2612-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: OH, SC, VA Foreign: Country Australia Denmark Finland Germany Hong Kong/China Israel SPAIN The Netherlands Turkey UAE UK.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2612-2023) 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 September 27, 2023. 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.