Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 28, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Medline Industries
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, 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
- Medline Industries
- Product type
- Surgical Gowns
- Model numbers
- MDTGXC4J5XL, MDTGXC4JL, MDTGXC4JXL, MDTGXC4JXXL, MDTGXP4JL, MDTGXP4JXL, MDTGXP4JXXL, MDTL1002862EF +1 more
- Colors
- GREEN
- Sizes
- L, XL, XXL
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 28, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
March 18, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Fabric may experience premature delamination when using included laundering instructions. Identifying delaminated gown or drape in a surgical setting may result in brief delay in patient care. If delaminated product is used and surgical strikethrough occurs, there may be risk of infection.
What You Should Do
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Medline Industries, LP or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Medline Medcrest Surgical Gowns are disposable gowns used in surgical settings. They are distributed nationwide in the US and internationally.
Why This Is Dangerous
Fabric delamination can occur with laundering, potentially delaying surgery and increasing infection risk if used.
Industry Context
This recall is not identified as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
Real-World Impact
Hospitals may need to identify and replace affected gowns to prevent delays and infection risk during procedures.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Identify gowns by model numbers MDTGXC4J5XL, MDTGXC4JL, MDTGXC4JXL, MDTGXC4JXXL, MDTGXP4JL, MDTGXP4JXL, MDTGXP4JXXL, MDTL1002862EF, MDTZ1000893AJ.
- Check for labeling with GREEN color and panel/draping indicators as shown in the recall.
- Refer to UDI-DI numbers listed in the recall documentation for exact matching.
Where to find product info
Look on the packaging, labeling, and cuff tags for model numbers and UDI-DI identifiers.
What timeline to expect
Recall remedies are issued by the manufacturer; processing times vary and may take weeks.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with suppliers
- Escalate to hospital risk management or FDA recall contacts if needed.
How to prevent similar issues
- Inspect laundering instructions on gown packaging before laundering.
- Prefer gowns with clearer or standardized laundering guidelines.
- Maintain a current recall log and verify shipments against recall lists.
Documentation advice
Keep a copy of the recall notice, take photos of labels and tags, and document all correspondence with the supplier.
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Product Details
Model numbers listed in recall: MDTGXC4J5XL, MDTGXC4JL, MDTGXC4JXL, MDTGXC4JXXL, MDTGXP4JL, MDTGXP4JXL, MDTGXP4JXXL, MDTL1002862EF, MDTZ1000893AJ. Distribution: Domestic distribution nationwide in the United States; international distribution to Panama, United Arab Emirates, Virgin Islands, Saudi Arabia, India, Chile, and Canada. Quantity: 104,004 units. Sold at: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 9 listed model numbers
- Domestic US nationwide distribution; international distribution to 7 countries
- High-hazard class II recall
- UDI-DI style identifiers included in model list
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