Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- February 2, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- B. Braun Medical
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- B. Braun Medical
- Product type
- Winged Infusion Set
- Model numbers
- 7A3842, 4046964338434, 4046964338410, 0062004706, 0062005799, 0062006415, 0062006416, 0062023397 +1 more
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
February 2, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
March 11, 2026
RecallRadar source check
March 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
The potential for the needle tip to be dull/blunt, difficult to advance, and/or break.
What You Should Do
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact B Braun Medical Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Winged infusion sets are used to access veins and deliver injections or draw blood. In this recall, the devices are used to subcutaneously expand an implanted tissue expander via percutaneous injection of air or fluids in medical procedures.
Why This Is Dangerous
A dull or blunt needle tip can hinder insertion, require extra force, and may break. Breakage can cause tissue injury or incomplete delivery of intended fluid.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided information.
Real-World Impact
Hospitals and clinics may need to halt use of affected lots, source replacements, and manage inventory disruption. There may be delays in procedures that rely on these sets.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Verify Model/Catalog Number 7A3842 on the device label.
- Review Expiration Dates: 31MAR2032, 30JUN2032, 31JUL2032.
Where to find product info
Recall notices and manufacturer instructions are available via the FDA enforcement page for Z-1482-2026 and B. Braun Medical’s recall communications.
What timeline to expect
Typically 4-8 weeks for replacement or remediation communications after a recall notice is issued.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all contact attempts with the manufacturer.
- Escalate to hospital compliance teams and local health authorities if a response is slow.
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify lot codes and expiration dates before acquiring infusion sets.
- Source infusion sets from authorized distributors and maintain an updated inventory log.
- Train staff to pause use when a new recall is announced and follow manufacturer instructions promptly.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, packaging labels, lot numbers, and all correspondence with the manufacturer. Photograph affected lots and maintain a log of actions taken.
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Product Details
Model/Catalog Number: 7A3842; Primary-DI: 4046964338434; Unit of Use-DI: 4046964338410; Lot numbers: 0062004706, 0062005799, 0062006415, 0062006416, 0062023397, 0062024887; Exp dates: 31MAR2032, 30JUN2032, 31JUL2032; Quantity: 21000 units; Distribution: Worldwide, including US (TX) and Costa Rica; Sold at: Unknown; Price: Unknown.
Key Facts
- Model/Catalog Number 7A3842
- Expirations 31MAR2032, 30JUN2032, 31JUL2032
- Hazard: dull/blunt needle tip that may break
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