CLASS II Device recall · Reported 26 Mar 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report

SLC 3-way standard Lubricious Coated 20Ch/Fr/cc recalled by Convatec

Convatec is recalling SLC 3-way standard Lubricious Coated 20Ch/Fr/cc, distributed in Texas. The recall was initiated on 7 Feb 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codes540204R001
Quantity recalled4,760 catheters

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-1241-2014
FDA event ID
67588
Recalling firm
Convatec, Skillman, NJ
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
7 Feb 2014
FDA classified
19 Mar 2014
Reported
26 Mar 2014
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Sterility

Timeline

7 Feb 2014Recall initiated by company
19 Mar 2014Classified by FDA+40 days
26 Mar 2014Published 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

The lumen of the Medline Sterile Foley Catheter was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.

A sterility recall means a product that must be sterile, such as an injection or eye drop, may be contaminated. Using a non-sterile product can cause serious infection.

Product as listed by the FDA

SLC 3-way standard Lubricious Coated 20Ch/Fr 30 mL/cc Product Usage: Latex Lubricous Coated Foley Catheters The standard catheter essentially consists of a flexible lubricous coated latex tube which incorporates one major drainage lumen and one or two minor lumens constructed in the wall of the tube. One minor lumen is for inflating the retention balloon (available in 2-Way & 3-Way catheters). The second minor lumen (applicable for 3 Way catheters only) is used for bladder irrigation purposes.

Where it was distributed

Worldwide Distribution and in the state of TX

Texas

Questions about this recall

Is SLC 3-way standard Lubricious Coated 20Ch/Fr/cc recalled?

Yes. Convatec recalled SLC 3-way standard Lubricious Coated 20Ch/Fr/cc on 7 Feb 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1241-2014.

Why was it recalled?

The lumen of the Medline Sterile Foley Catheter was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.

Which lots are affected?

540204R001

Where was it sold?

Worldwide Distribution and in the state of TX

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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