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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 12, 2020

Medfusion Syringe Pump Model 4000; Software Versions V1.5.0, V1.5.1, V1.6.0, and V1.6.1

Inaccurate delivery can occur following an interrupted Bolus or Loading dose, if a specific sequence of events occurs.

Recall #
Z-2734-2020
Affected scope
35616 units
Initiated
June 26, 2020
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Smiths Medical Asd Inc. recalled Medfusion Syringe Pump Model 4000; Software Versions V1.5.0, V1.5.1, V1.6.0, and V1.6.1 - a critical-severity action.

Medfusion Syringe Pump Model 4000; Software Versions V1.5.0, V1.5.1, V1.6.0, and V1.6.1 was recalled by Smiths Medical Asd Inc. in August 12, 2020. Reason: Inaccurate delivery can occur following an interrupted Bolus or Loading dose, if a specific sequence of event…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2734-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Smiths Medical Asd Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-Inaccurate delivery can occur following an interrupted Bolus or Loading dose, if a specific sequence of event….

Critical
severity level
36K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
August 12, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2734-2020 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

Medfusion Syringe Pump Model 4000; Software Versions V1.5.0, V1.5.1, V1.6.0, and V1.6.1

Reason for recall

Inaccurate delivery can occur following an interrupted Bolus or Loading dose, if a specific sequence of events occurs.

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-2734-2020
Date reported August 12, 2020
Date initiated June 26, 2020
Recalling firm Smiths Medical Asd Inc.
Firm location Minneapolis, MN
Affected scope 35616 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - United Arab Emirates, United States, Afghanistan, Albania, Australia, Belgium, Bermuda, Canada, China, Germany, Denmark, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, India, Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mexico, Malaysia…

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

Scale of Impact

35616 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-2734-2020) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • 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?
Medfusion Syringe Pump Model 4000; Software Versions V1.5.0, V1.5.1, V1.6.0, and V1.6.1. Recalled by Smiths Medical Asd Inc.. Units affected: 35616 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Inaccurate delivery can occur following an interrupted Bolus or Loading dose, if a specific sequence of events occurs.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 12, 2020. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-2734-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - United Arab Emirates, United States, Afghanistan, Albania, Australia, Belgium, Bermuda, Canada, China, Germany, Denmark, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, India, Korea, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mexico, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Panama, Philippines, Pakistan, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Trinidad and Tobago.
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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