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.
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
- Check catalog numbers 490522 and 490568.
- Review Primary UDI-DI 04046955203123 and 04046955275663.
- Check Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046955203116 and 04046955275656.
- 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.