CLASS II Device recall · Reported 28 Feb 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report

Arrow Multi Lumen CVC Kit (Central venous catheter) recalled

Arrow International is recalling Arrow Multi Lumen CVC Kit (Central venous catheter), distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Oct 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLot number: 13F16M0241
Quantity recalled5,926 total

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0654-2018
FDA event ID
79197
Recalling firm
Arrow International, Reading, PA
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
17 Oct 2017
FDA classified
20 Feb 2018
Reported
28 Feb 2018
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Other Reasons

Timeline

17 Oct 2017Recall initiated by company
20 Feb 2018Classified by FDA+126 days
28 Feb 2018Published in enforcement report+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

These finished good kits may contain the incorrect Springwire Guide (SWG).

Product as listed by the FDA

Arrow Multi Lumen CVC Kit (Central venous catheter); Product Code: CDC-15703-1A; Exp. Dates Feb 2018 - Nov 2018

Where it was distributed

Distribution US Nationwide

Nationwide

Questions about this recall

Is Arrow Multi Lumen CVC Kit (Central venous catheter) recalled?

Yes. Arrow International recalled Arrow Multi Lumen CVC Kit (Central venous catheter) on 17 Oct 2017. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0654-2018.

Why was it recalled?

These finished good kits may contain the incorrect Springwire Guide (SWG).

Which lots are affected?

Lot number: 13F16M0241

Where was it sold?

Distribution US Nationwide

What should I do if I have it?

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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