CLASS II Device recall · Reported 16 Apr 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Reusable latex breathing bags with multiple part numbers recalled
Draeger Medical is recalling Reusable latex breathing bags with multiple part numbers and sold as part of test lung, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 25 Mar 2014 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-1452-2014
- FDA event ID
- 67808
- Recalling firm
- Draeger Medical, Telford, PA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 25 Mar 2014
- FDA classified
- 10 Apr 2014
- Reported
- 16 Apr 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- CPAP & Ventilators
Timeline
| 25 Mar 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Apr 2014 | Classified by FDA | +16 days |
| 16 Apr 2014 | 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
Reusable latex breathing bags with various part numbers and sold as part of test lung and reusable anaesthesia sets were recalled when Draeger became aware of an incident where a user suffered an acute allergic reaction after using a Dr¿ger latex test lung. The user did not suffer permanent injury. The breathing bag that belongs to the test lung and other latex breathing bags are labelled NR . A
Product as listed by the FDA
Reusable latex breathing bags with multiple part numbers and sold as part of test lung part number and reusable anaesthesia sets. Product Usage: The breathing bag is a component of the anesthesia set (breathing circuit) that is intended to is the conduit for administering medical gases to a patient during ventilation. It provides both an inspiratory and expiratory route. 2. The test lung is an apparatus that contains a breathing bag and and connector. It is connected to the output of a ventilator and is used as part of the device/system check out.
Where it was distributed
USA Nationwide Distribution in the states of: MI, SC, CO, OH, NE, WI, NC, SD, AZ, TX, MA, WA, PA, KY, MN, GA, OK, NY, IN, VA, UT, MT, ME,FL, CA, MD, MO, IA, TN, MD, WV, IL,NJ, CT, and AR.
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Reusable latex breathing bags with various part numbers and sold as part of test lung and reusable anaesthesia sets were recalled when Draeger became aware of an incident where a user suffered an acute allergic reaction after using a Dr¿ger latex test lung. The user did not suffer permanent injury. The breathing bag that belongs to the test lung and other latex breathing bags are labelled NR . A
Which lots are affected?
Reusable latex breathing bags with part numbers 2165686, 2165953, 2165694, as part of test lung part number 8403201, and reusable anaesthesia sets part numbers M33681 and M27542.
Where was it sold?
USA Nationwide Distribution in the states of: MI, SC, CO, OH, NE, WI, NC, SD, AZ, TX, MA, WA, PA, KY, MN, GA, OK, NY, IN, VA, UT, MT, ME,FL, CA, MD, MO, IA, TN, MD, WV, IL,NJ, CT, and AR.
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.
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