Bard Access Systems: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-0493-2015)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

GuardIVa Antimicrobial Hemostatic IV Dressing, REF FP-23-AD008, Manufacturer: Bard Access Systems, Inc. USA. Product Code FP23AD006.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 3, 2014

Date Posted: December 10, 2014

Recall Number: Z-0493-2015

Event ID: 69683

Reason for Recall:

Bard Access Systems is recalling GuardIVa (Ref. No. FP23AD006) from lot ASXHT003 because they were non-sterile unit samples which potentially could be used clinically.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 2532 units

Code Information:

Product Code FP23AD006, Lot No.ASXHT003, Expiration Date Feb 2016

Distribution Pattern:

US Distribution to state of: TX, OK, LA, and AR.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated