Baxter Healthcare Corp.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1270-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

A) Product Code 2N8220: Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 7.7", Vol. 1.10 mL, Luer Activated Valve for IV Access, Male Luer Lock Adapter, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips; B) Product Code 2N8221: Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 7.1", Vol. 0.85 mL, Injection Site Male Luer Lock Adapter with Retractable Collar, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips; C) Product Code 2N8222: Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 8.2", Vol. 0.57 mL, Luer Activated Valve for IV Access, Male Luer Lock Adapter, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips; D) Product Code 2N8223: Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 7.7", Vol. 0.40 mL, Injection Site Male Luer Lock Adapter, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips; E) Product Code 6N8220: V-LINK Luer Activated Device with VITALSHIELD Protective Coating Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 7.6", Vol. 1.0 mL, Catheter Extension Set, Luer Activated Device with Silver for IV Access, Male Luer Lock Adapter with Retractable Collar, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips; F) Product Code 6N8222: V-LINK Luer Activated Device with VITALSHIELD Protective Coating Non-DEHP Catheter Extension Set Kit, Single use only, includes: 1) 8.2", Vol. 0.5 mL, Catheter Extension Set, Luer Activated Device with Silver for IV Access, Male Luer Lock Adapter, 2) Medium Catheter Stabilization Device, and 3) Foam Tape Strips Product Usage: The IV extension tubing kits are intended to provide users with a ready to use set up for the administration and withdrawal of fluids avoiding the need to acquire/assemble components from various manufacturers. The IV extension tubing sets are indicated for use with a vascular access device for administration and withdrawal of fluids.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 28, 2013

Date Posted: May 15, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1270-2013

Event ID: 64696

Reason for Recall:

Customers have reported that when separating an individual package from its attached grouping, the adjacent package has opened, compromising its sterile barrier properties.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: A) Code 2N8220: 5,950; B) Code 2N8221: 6,150; C) Code 2N8222: 1,850; D) Code 2N8223: 7,900; E) Code 6N8220: 52,200; F) Code 6N8222: 1,200

Code Information:

A) Product Code 2N8220: Lots R12J05070; B) Product Code 2N8221: Lots R12J20046, R12J22042; C) Product Code 2N8222: Lots R12L07031; D) Product Code 2N8223: Lots R12L06074, R12K02083; E) Product Code 6N8220: Lots R12I01054, R12H25048, R12H27192, R12J04057, R12J22109, R12L07049, R12L08088; F) Product Code 6N8222: Lots R12J15046, R12J23115

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the countries of Puerto Rico, Brazil, Canada and Columbia.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated