Sorin Group USA, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-0158-2013)

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:

Gish 3/8 x 1/2" Reducer Connector with Luer fitting, Item Numbers: EC2180S, Lot Numbers: 1108900099, 1119900091, 1203700129, 1208600013, 1219200107, Exp. Dates: 3/31/14, 7/31/14, 2/28/15, 3/31/15, 7/31/15. Product Usage: The connectors are indicated for use in connecting flexible tubing used in extracorporeal blood or fluid circuits. The connectors are distributed as sterile stand alones and bulk non-sterile.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: September 14, 2012

Date Posted: October 31, 2012

Recall Number: Z-0158-2013

Event ID: 63361

Reason for Recall:

Due to a molding irregularity, certain lots of connectors have the potential to leak fluid or entrain air at the interface of the luer fitting and mating cap. Entrained air could result in patient injury.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 1,380 units

Code Information:

Item Numbers: EC2180S, Lot Numbers: 1108900099, 1119900091, 1203700129, 1208600013, 1219200107, Exp. Dates: 3/31/14, 7/31/14, 2/28/15, 3/31/15, 7/31/15.

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA and WI.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated