B Braun Medical IV Administration Set Recall for Backflow Risk (2025)
B Braun Medical recalled 135,000 IV administration sets used with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump, sold worldwide to hospitals and other healthcare providers. The devices pose a backflow risk from secondary to primary IV containers and can fail to prime. Health care facilities should stop using the affected sets and follow the manufacturer’s recall guidance.
About This Product
IV administration sets are used to administer fluids and medications either by gravity or pump systems in clinical settings. They connect to IV bags or containers and feed into patients through IV catheters.
Why This Is Dangerous
Backflow can contaminate primary IV lines or doses, while occlusion can prevent proper priming and delivery of medications.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
The recall affects hospitals and health systems worldwide. It requires immediate action to prevent potential medication administration errors and ensure patient safety.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check Catalog Number 457515 on the device label.
- Verify Primary UDI-DI 04046964716188 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964716171.
- Cross-check against recall notices and quarantine any affected items.
Where to find product info
FDA enforcement page for Z-0651-2026 and the BBraun Medical recall notice.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks after verification of affected inventory.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with the manufacturer and facilities risk management.
- Escalate to FDA medical device recall program if the manufacturer is unresponsive or delays occur.
How to prevent similar issues
- Implement a recall-tracking process with your procurement team.
- Verify UDIs on all IV sets before use.
- Establish procedures to quarantine recalled inventory immediately.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall letter, purchase records, inventory lists, photographs of labeling (catalog and UDIs), and copies of all communications.
Product Details
Catalog Number: 457515
Distribution: Worldwide distribution, including US and international markets (Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore)
Sold since: Unknown
Price: Unknown
Primary UDI-DI: 04046964716188
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964716171
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.