HIGH

CR Bard Recalls SureStep Foley Tray System A942216 for Incorrect Inserts (2025)

CR Bard recalled 3,670 SureStep Foley Tray System A942216 Foley Catheter Trays nationwide after discovering incorrect inserts. Mislabeling could cause infection or allergic reactions. Healthcare providers should stop using the device immediately and follow recall instructions from the manufacturer.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
July 17, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
CR Bard
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Foley catheter trays have incorrect inserts, user may think:1)Silicone, when it's natural rubber latex, or 2)Natural rubber latex with infection control coating, when it's silicone hydrogel with antimicrobial coating, or 3)Natural latex with infection control, when it's silicone hydrogel coated without antimicrobial coating, which may cause infection and/or local and/or systemic allergic reaction

What You Should Do

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

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About This Product

Foley catheter trays are used in clinical settings to organize and prepare catheter insertions. The SureStep Tray System is designed for efficient workflows in patient care.

Why This Is Dangerous

Incorrect inserts create a material mismatch risk. If latex is present where silicone is expected, patients may suffer infections or allergic reactions.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the release.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and clinics may need to halt use of affected trays, replace stock, and refabricate procedures to avoid infection or latex allergy reactions.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. 1. Locate trays labeled A942216
  2. 2. Inspect inserts to confirm material as listed in the recall notice
  3. 3. Compare labeling to manufacturer guidance
  4. 4. Segregate affected stock from usable inventory
  5. 5. Follow manufacturer recall instructions for replacement or remediation

Where to find product info

CR Bard recall communications and FDA enforcement page; contact the manufacturer for instructions

What timeline to expect

Typically 4-8 weeks for refunds or replacements in recalls; exact timelines vary by facility and replacement stock availability

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all attempts to contact the manufacturer
  • Escalate to hospital risk management or regulatory affairs
  • File a report with the appropriate regulatory body if unresolved

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify material labeling on all Foley catheter trays before use
  • Prefer vendors with clear material disclosures and antimicrobial/coating specifications
  • Maintain an updated inventory of high-risk medical trays and segregate any items with unclear labeling

Documentation advice

Keep recall notices, correspondence with manufacturer, batch/lot numbers, and inventory segregation records as part of the incident file

Product Details

Model: A942216 Origin: United States Sold: Nationwide distribution in the U.S. Quantity: 3,670 units Brand: CR Bard Product: SureStep Foley Tray System, Lubri-Sil Foley Catheter Tray, REF A942216 Status: Active recall as of 2025-09-24 Notes: Specific dates of sale not provided; recall distributed nationwide.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 3,670 units recalled nationwide
  • Model A942216
  • Inserts may be natural rubber latex or silicone hydrogel with antimicrobial coating, mislabeling as/
  • Foley tray mislabeling could cause infection or allergic reaction
  • Recall date: 2025-07-17; Status: ACTIVE

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Classification

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
A942216
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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