Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported October 5, 2016
A software anomaly with the Alaris Syringe module software version 9.15 may cause an infusion to unexpectedly stop when the Syringe module is transitioning from one rate to anothe…
CareFusion 303, Inc. recalled Alaris Syringe Module Model 8110 with software version 9.15 The Alaris Syringe Pump mo… - a moderate-severity action.
Alaris Syringe Module Model 8110 with software version 9.15 The Alaris Syringe Pump mo… was recalled by CareFusion 303, Inc. in October 5, 2016. Reason: A software anomaly with the Alaris Syringe module software version 9.15 may cause an infusion to unexpectedly…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2879-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
CareFusion 303, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-A software anomaly with the Alaris Syringe module software version 9.15 may cause an infusion to unexpectedly….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2879-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2879-2016) was formally reported on October 5, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 8, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. CareFusion 303, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of San Diego, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 12,000 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: A software anomaly with the Alaris Syringe module software version 9.15 may cause an infusion to unexpectedly stop when the Syringe module is transitioning from one rate to another. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US(nationwide) and countries of: Canada, Australia 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.
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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
12,000 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Alaris Syringe Module Model 8110 with software version 9.15 The Alaris Syringe Pump module is part of the Alaris System. The syringe pump delivers fluids in a manner similar to current syringe pumps on the market. Up to four Alaris Syringe pump modules can be connected to the Alaris PC unit which is the central programming, monitoring and power supply component for the Alaris System. The syringe pump uses standard, single-use administration sets and syringes with luer-lock connectors.
A software anomaly with the Alaris Syringe module software version 9.15 may cause an infusion to unexpectedly stop when the Syringe module is transitioning from one rate to another.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-2879-2016 |
| Date reported | October 5, 2016 |
| Date initiated | August 8, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | CareFusion 303, Inc. |
| Firm location | San Diego, CA |
| Affected scope | 12,000 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution: US(nationwide) and countries of: Canada, Australia and United Arab Emirates. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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