CLASS II Device recall · Reported 3 Jul 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
Intermate Infusion Pump recalled by Baxter Healthcare
Baxter Healthcare is recalling Intermate Infusion Pump, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 7 Jun 2013 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-1603-2013
- FDA event ID
- 65365
- Recalling firm
- Baxter Healthcare, Round Lake, IL
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 7 Jun 2013
- FDA classified
- 27 Jun 2013
- Reported
- 3 Jul 2013
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Infusion Pumps
Timeline
| 7 Jun 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 27 Jun 2013 | Classified by FDA | +20 days |
| 3 Jul 2013 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Baxter) is issuing an Urgent Product Recall for the products listed above due to an increase in rupture complaints. Baxter has implemented product and process improvements which have substantially improved product quality. Complaint rates for ruptures have since decreased. Baxter wants to ensure that no affected product remains in the field.
Product as listed by the FDA
Brand Name: Intermate Infusion Pump. Indicated for the intravenous administration of medications.
Where it was distributed
Distributed Nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
Questions about this recall
Is Intermate Infusion Pump recalled?
Yes. Baxter Healthcare recalled Intermate Infusion Pump on 7 Jun 2013. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1603-2013.
Why was it recalled?
Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Baxter) is issuing an Urgent Product Recall for the products listed above due to an increase in rupture complaints. Baxter has implemented product and process improvements which have substantially improved product quality. Complaint rates for ruptures have since decreased. Baxter wants to ensure that no affected product remains in the field.
Which lots are affected?
Product Codes: 2C1064K Lot Codes: 10F007 10F077 10H075 10J097 10K076 10K112 10M062 Expiration Date: 06/30/13
Where was it sold?
Distributed Nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
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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