CLASS II Device recall · Reported 25 Apr 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report

Sarns TCM recalled by Terumo Cardiovascular Systems

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems is recalling Sarns TCM, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 16 Mar 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codesAll Lot Codes
Quantity recalled2393- total for all products

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-1417-2018
FDA event ID
79652
Recalling firm
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems, Ann Arbor, MI
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
16 Mar 2018
FDA classified
17 Apr 2018
Reported
25 Apr 2018
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Temperature Abuse
Device type
Patient Monitors

Timeline

16 Mar 2018Recall initiated by company
17 Apr 2018Classified by FDA+32 days
25 Apr 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

Update to cooler-heater cleaning instructions.

Foods that need refrigeration and were stored or shipped too warm can grow harmful bacteria without any change in look or smell.

Product as listed by the FDA

Sarns TCM, Catalog No. 15747 The Sarns TCM is indicated for controlling and monitoring patient temperature .

Where it was distributed

Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide), Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China. Colombia, Dominican Republic, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, HK, India, Indonesia, Iran. Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates,and Vietnam.

Nationwide

Questions about this recall

Is Sarns TCM recalled?

Yes. Terumo Cardiovascular Systems recalled Sarns TCM on 16 Mar 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1417-2018.

Why was it recalled?

Update to cooler-heater cleaning instructions.

Which lots are affected?

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Where was it sold?

Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide), Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China. Colombia, Dominican Republic, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, HK, India, Indonesia, Iran. Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates,and Vietnam.

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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