Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-1979-2012)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Smiths Medical HOTLINE 3 Blood and Fluid Warmer, Reorder Numbers: HL-390 Product Usage: The Micro-switch is used on the HOTLINE¿ 3 Blood and Fluid Warmer. This product, for use in conjunction with HOTLINE¿ 3 L-370 Fluid Warming Set are intended for the delivery of warmed blood and intravenous fluids at normothermic temperatures. These products are intended for use by appropriately trained healthcare professionals in clinical environments

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: June 27, 2012

Date Posted: July 18, 2012

Recall Number: Z-1979-2012

Event ID: 62389

Reason for Recall:

HOTLINE 3 Blood and Fluid Warmer( Reorder No. HL-390 ) disposable is not correctly installed , the microswitch may become damaged and unusable

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 2247 units

Code Information:

All serial numbers

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide Distribution

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated