CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 8 Apr 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
eTRAX Needle Sensor -(for Aurora Trackers) recalled
Civco Medical Instruments is recalling eTRAX Needle Sensor -(for Aurora Trackers), distributed in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington. The recall was initiated on 2 Mar 2026 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
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-1737-2026
- FDA event ID
- 98513
- Recalling firm
- Civco Medical Instruments, Kalona, IA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 2 Mar 2026
- FDA classified
- 1 Apr 2026
- Reported
- 8 Apr 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Reason category
- Processing Deviation
- Device type
- Syringes & Needles
Timeline
| 2 Mar 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 1 Apr 2026 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 8 Apr 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
There was an error in inspection and programming of the eTRAX needle sensor for Aurora trackers. The result is a potential for the needle tip position to be incorrectly identified on the user interface.
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Product as listed by the FDA
eTRAX Needle Sensor - 16G(for Aurora Trackers), Part Number 667-158
Where it was distributed
US States: OH, PA, WA. China.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
There was an error in inspection and programming of the eTRAX needle sensor for Aurora trackers. The result is a potential for the needle tip position to be incorrectly identified on the user interface.
Which lots are affected?
UDI-DI: 00841436111096; Lot Number: A276636, A282454
Where was it sold?
US States: OH, PA, WA. China.
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
7 other products · FDA event 98513This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is eTRAX Needle System Starter Kit (for Aurora Trackers) recalled.
More recalls from Civco Medical Instruments
All 45| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | eTRAX Needle System Starter Kit (for Aurora Trackers) recalled | Civco Medical Instruments | Processing Deviation | OH, PA, WA |
| Device | CLASS II | eTRAX Needle Sensor - (for Aurora Trackers) recalled | Civco Medical Instruments | Processing Deviation | OH, PA, WA |
| Device | CLASS II | eTRAX Needle System Starter Kit (for Aurora Trackers) recalled | Civco Medical Instruments | Processing Deviation | OH, PA, WA |
| Device | CLASS II | eTRAX Needle Sensor -(for Aurora Trackers) recalled | Civco Medical Instruments | Processing Deviation | OH, PA, WA |
| Device | CLASS II | eTRAX Needle System Starter Kit(for Aurora Trackers) recalled | Civco Medical Instruments | Processing Deviation | OH, PA, WA |
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