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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 5, 2018

Stanbio AC power adapter for the HemoPoint H2 meter, Model G3000 series. The firm name on the label for the HemoPoint H2 shows Manufactured by EKF-diagnostic GmbH, Germany.

The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing live electrical contacts.

Recall #
Z-2926-2018
Affected scope
2,804 devices
Initiated
February 8, 2018
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Stanbio Laboratory, LP recalled Stanbio AC power adapter for the HemoPoint H2 meter, Model G3000 series. The firm name o… - a moderate-severity action.

Stanbio AC power adapter for the HemoPoint H2 meter, Model G3000 series. The firm name o… was recalled by Stanbio Laboratory, LP in September 5, 2018. Reason: The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2926-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Stanbio Laboratory, LP issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing ….

Moderate
severity level
3K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
September 5, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2926-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2926-2018) was formally reported on September 5, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 8, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Stanbio Laboratory, LP is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Boerne, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,804 devices.

The documented reason for this recall is: The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing live electrical contacts. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution was nationwide. There was military distribution and no government distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Bolivia, Malaysia, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, and Suriname.. 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 its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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

2,804 devices

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Stanbio AC power adapter for the HemoPoint H2 meter, Model G3000 series. The firm name on the label for the HemoPoint H2 shows Manufactured by EKF-diagnostic GmbH, Germany.

Reason for recall

The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing live electrical contacts.

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-2926-2018
Date reported September 5, 2018
Date initiated February 8, 2018
Recalling firm Stanbio Laboratory, LP
Firm location Boerne, TX
Affected scope 2,804 devices
Distribution Distribution was nationwide. There was military distribution and no government distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Bolivia, Malaysia, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, and Suriname.

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

Scale of Impact

2,804 devices units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
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-2926-2018) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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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?
Stanbio AC power adapter for the HemoPoint H2 meter, Model G3000 series. The firm name on the label for the HemoPoint H2 shows Manufactured by EKF-diagnostic GmbH, Germany.. Recalled by Stanbio Laboratory, LP. Units affected: 2,804 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
The US prong (type A) adapter plate may crack, break, or detach and remain in the electrical outlet exposing live electrical contacts.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2926-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Distribution was nationwide. There was military distribution and no government distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Bolivia, Malaysia, Mexico, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, and Suriname..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2926-2018) 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 5, 2018. 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.