Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-1803-2018)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR SEEKER(R) Crossing Support Catheter, 0.014", 150 cm, REF SK15014. Intended to support a guidewire during access into the vasculature.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 16, 2018

Date Posted: May 23, 2018

Recall Number: Z-1803-2018

Event ID: 79896

Reason for Recall:

Device is at risk of having detectable levels of bacterial endotoxin present on the packaging hoop that the catheter is packaged in. The bacterial endotoxin levels for the catheters are within acceptable levels; however, if bacterial endotoxins are present on the packaging hoops it may have the potential for cross-contamination in a clinical setting.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 130 units

Code Information:

UDI: (01)00801741067907(17)191207(10)VTBZ0193, Lot Number: VTBZ0193

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated