HIGH

Cook Medical Recalls Introducer Sheaths Over Manufacturing Errors

Cook Medical recalled 7,952 Flexor Check-Flo introducers and sets on November 26, 2025. The devices may have been manufactured out of specification, potentially posing serious risks to patients. Health care providers and patients should stop using these products immediately.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
November 26, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Cook
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Cook Medical identified that products supplied in the affected device lots may have been manufactured out of specification. Impacted products may have been cut to the incorrect length, not correctly trimmed, and not inspected properly.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Cook Incorporated or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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Product Details

The recall affects Flexor Check-Flo introducers and sets with various reference part numbers including KCFW-9.0-18/38-45-RB-ANL0-HC and KCFW-10.0-35-45-RB-HFANL0-HC. These devices were distributed worldwide and sold through multiple retailers.

The Hazard

The affected introducers may have been incorrectly cut to length or not trimmed and inspected properly. This defect poses a risk during medical procedures, potentially leading to complications.

Reported Incidents

There have been no reported injuries or deaths associated with this recall. The potential for serious complications remains a concern.

What to Do

Stop using the affected introducers immediately. Contact Cook Medical or your healthcare provider for further instructions on returning the product.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Cook Incorporated at the customer service number provided on their website or check the recall notice at the FDA site.

Key Facts

  • 7952 units recalled
  • Manufactured out of specification
  • Stop using immediately
  • Contact Cook Medical for instructions
  • Worldwide distribution

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
Reference Part Number (RPN)KCFW-9.0-18/38-45-RB-ANL0-HC: Order Number G49101
UDI (01)00827002491014(17)280708(10)16683401
Lot Number 16683401
Reference Part Number (RPN)KCFW-9.0-18/38-45-RB-ANL1-HC: Order Number G49102
UDI (01)00827002491021(17)280709(10)16685978
+11 more
Report Date
December 31, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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