HIGH

B Braun Medical IV Administration Set Recall for 41,016 Units Over Backflow and Occlusion Risk (2025

B Braun Medical Inc. recalled 41,016 IV administration sets sold worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. The devices pose a risk of backflow from secondary piggyback IV containers into primary containers and may fail to prime. Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the device immediately and follow recall instructions sent by letter.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
B Braun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers and the inability to prime (occlusion).

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

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About This Product

IV administration sets connect IV fluids to a patient. They can be used with gravity or pump systems such as BBraun Infusomat Space, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump.

Why This Is Dangerous

The defect allows backflow of medication from secondary containers into the primary line and may prevent proper priming, risking dose errors or contamination.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

41,016 units recalled; high-risk device. Immediate action required to prevent potential medication backflow or occlusion.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check catalog numbers 490522 and 490568.
  2. Review Primary UDI-DI 04046955203123 and 04046955275663.
  3. Check Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955203116 and 04046955275656.
  4. Look for Expiration dates stating earliest expiry within 36 months.

Where to find product info

Label on packaging and accompanying recall letter.

What timeline to expect

Remedy steps and replacement information will be provided by the manufacturer; processing times vary by facility.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with the manufacturer.
  • Escalate to hospital procurement or regulatory authorities if no response within a reasonable period.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify infusion sets against recall lists before use.
  • Choose IV sets with clear UDIs and expiration dates.
  • Report any concerns to the supplier and monitor recall notices.

Documentation advice

Retain recall letter, take photographs of packaging and labels, save UDIs and catalog numbers, log communications with the manufacturer.

Product Details

Catalog numbers: 490522 and 490568. Primary UDI-DI: 04046955203123; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955203116; Expiration: earliest expiration of component or 36 months. Catalog number: 490568; Primary UDI-DI: 04046955275663; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046955275656; Expiration: earliest expiration of component or 36 months. Sold worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, and Singapore.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 41,016 units recalled
  • Catalog numbers 490522 and 490568
  • Global distribution to US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • UDI-DI numbers: 04046955203123, 04046955203116, 04046955275663, 04046955275656

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
490522
490568
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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