Vitreq Bv: Medical Device Recall in 2020 - (Recall #: Z-0848-2020)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2020.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

(1) VitreQ 20G BF Blunt Needles-Ref: BF20.D51 GTIN: 8719214221089 (2) VitreQ 20G BF Brush Needles-REF: BF20.D52 GTIN: 8719214221102

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 17, 2019

Date Posted: February 5, 2020

Recall Number: Z-0848-2020

Event ID: 84661

Reason for Recall:

Microscopic tears of the sterile pouch may compromise sterility

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: N/A

Code Information:

All lots

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated