Arrow International Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-2257-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Arrow VPS Access Kit with Maximal Barrier Precautions for use with 5 Fr. Peripherally inserted Central Venous Catheter The Arrow(r) CVC is indicated to provide short-term (<30 days) central venous access for treatment of diseases or conditions requiring central venous access including, but not limited to: multiple infusions of fluids, medications, or chemotherapy; infusion of fluids that are hypertonic, hyperosmolar, or have divergent pH values; frequent blood sampling or blood/blood component infusions; infusion of incompatible medications; central venous pressure monitoring; lack of usable peripheral IV sites; replacement of multiple peripheral sites for IV access.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 20, 2017

Date Posted: June 14, 2017

Recall Number: Z-2257-2017

Event ID: 76937

Reason for Recall:

Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow products.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 43,394 units

Code Information:

Material Number ASK-04001-DU7

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated