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ICU Medical Recalls Pulsator Arterial Blood Sampling Kit for Hazard

ICU Medical recalled 64,290 Pulsator Arterial Blood Sampling Kits due to a potential crack in the syringe collar. This defect may cause blood leakage and delayed sampling. The recall affects models sold nationwide since December 2025.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
December 19, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
ICU Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Affected lots of syringes may have a crack on the syringe collar, which may lead to delayed or repeated blood draw/fluid delivery. This issue may also lead to blood leakage during sampling of arterial blood or leakage during fluid delivery.

What You Should Do

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

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Product Details

The recall involves ICU Medical's Pulsator Arterial Blood Sampling Kit, specifically item numbers 4044EG-1, 4080P-2, 4084P-1, 4080PE, and 4080PG. The kits were distributed across various states including California, Florida, and Texas.

The Hazard

Affected syringes may have a crack in the collar, which could lead to delayed blood draws or fluid delivery. This defect poses a risk of blood leakage during arterial sampling.

Reported Incidents

There have been no reported injuries or deaths associated with this recall. The potential for leakage during use remains a significant concern.

What to Do

Stop using the affected devices immediately. Contact ICU Medical Inc. or your healthcare provider for further instructions and follow the recall process outlined in the notification letter.

Contact Information

For more information, contact ICU Medical Inc. or visit the FDA's recall page at the provided link. The company is actively notifying customers about the recall.

Key Facts

  • 64,290 units recalled
  • Affected item numbers include 4044EG-1, 4080P-2, 4084P-1, 4080PE, 4080PG
  • Potential crack in syringe collar
  • Risk of blood leakage during sampling
  • Contact ICU Medical for further instructions

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product TypePulsator Arterial Blood Sampling Kit
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
1. 4044EG-1 UDI-DI 30351688073062 Lots 6141992 6156228 2. 4080P-2 UDI-DI 30351688006176 Lots 6141999 6142000 6147906 3. 4084P-1 UDI-DI 30351688029540 Lots 6147907 (corrected 1/22/26
removed "-LSM" suffix) 4. 4080PE UDI-DI 30351688039150 Lot 6131839 5. 4080PG UDI-DI 30351688081173 Lots 6131838 6142001 6142002
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
January 21, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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