CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 29 Apr 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
Soft-Vu Angiographic Catheter, Straight Art, Non-Braided recalled
Angiodynamics is recalling Soft-Vu Angiographic Catheter, Straight Art, Non-Braided, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 3 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-1869-2026
- FDA event ID
- 98463
- Recalling firm
- Angiodynamics, Queensbury, NY
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 3 Mar 2026
- FDA classified
- 17 Apr 2026
- Reported
- 29 Apr 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 3 Mar 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Apr 2026 | Classified by FDA | +45 days |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The affected devices contain a manufacturing defect which may prevent the appropriately sized guidewire from passing through the inner diameter (ID) of the catheter hub.
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
Soft-Vu Angiographic Catheter, Straight Art, Non-Braided; SOFT-VU STR ART 4F X 65CM 035 NB 0SH; Catalog No.: 10731401; Product/UPN No.: H787107314015 (Box), H787107314010 (Pouch); Box Quantity: 5 pouches;
Where it was distributed
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Chile, Curacao, Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand.
Questions about this recall
Is Soft-Vu Angiographic Catheter, Straight Art, Non-Braided recalled?
Yes. Angiodynamics recalled Soft-Vu Angiographic Catheter, Straight Art, Non-Braided on 3 Mar 2026. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-1869-2026.
Why was it recalled?
The affected devices contain a manufacturing defect which may prevent the appropriately sized guidewire from passing through the inner diameter (ID) of the catheter hub.
Which lots are affected?
SOFT-VU STR ART 4F X 65CM 035 NB 0SH; Catalog No.: 10731401; Product/UPN No.: H787107314015 (Box), H787107314010 (Pouch); UDI-DI: 25051684009475(Box), 15051684009478(Pouch); Lot No.: A2825042;
Where was it sold?
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Chile, Curacao, Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand.
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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