PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

BD Needle 22GA 1-1/2in SafetyGlide(TM) Non Sterile, Bulk, REF 301701 The BD SafetyGlide(TM) needle is intended to be used for general purpose injection, aspiration of fluids from parts of the body below the surface of the skin, injection into intravenous ports and tubings external to the patient. The needle stick prevention feature of the device contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. Bulk Non Sterile configuration is intended for further manufacturing, processing or repac

Reported: September 20, 2017 Initiated: June 13, 2017 #Z-3116-2017

Product Description

BD Needle 22GA 1-1/2in SafetyGlide(TM) Non Sterile, Bulk, REF 301701 The BD SafetyGlide(TM) needle is intended to be used for general purpose injection, aspiration of fluids from parts of the body below the surface of the skin, injection into intravenous ports and tubings external to the patient. The needle stick prevention feature of the device contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. Bulk Non Sterile configuration is intended for further manufacturing, processing or repackaging

Reason for Recall

Presence of loose polypropylene foreign matter above release specification.

Details

Units Affected
1,249,200 units
Distribution
US Distribution to: TX, PA, VA, CA, NY, IL, MI, NC, SC and KS.
Location
Franklin Lakes, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BD Needle 22GA 1-1/2in SafetyGlide(TM) Non Sterile, Bulk, REF 301701 The BD SafetyGlide(TM) needle is intended to be used for general purpose injection, aspiration of fluids from parts of the body below the surface of the skin, injection into intravenous ports and tubings external to the patient. The needle stick prevention feature of the device contains a mechanism that covers the needlepoint after use. Bulk Non Sterile configuration is intended for further manufacturing, processing or repackaging. Recalled by Becton Dickinson & Company. Units affected: 1,249,200 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Presence of loose polypropylene foreign matter above release specification.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 20, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-3116-2017.