Class 2 Device Recall Medline

• Date Initiated by Firm: July 13, 2026
• Date Posted: August 21, 2026
• Recall Status: Open, Classified
• Recall Number: Z-2991-2026
• Recall Event ID: 99403
• 510(K)Number: K031383
• Product Classification: Humidifier, respiratory gas, (direct patient interface) - Product Code BTT
• Product: Medline Hudson RCI, DBD-CIRCUIT,VENT,INSPIRATORY,HEATED,NEO, Medline Product Number/SKU HUD78019 (Teleflex Product Number/SKU 780-19); breathing circuit
• Code Information: All lot codes
• FEI Number: 1417592
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: Medline Industries, LP; 3 Lakes Dr; Northfield IL 60093-2753
• For Additional Information Contact: Haley Barclay; 866-359-1704
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits may experience sporadic failure. The heated wire connector (pigtail) at the humidifier may exhibit discoloration, melting, smoke, burning odor, or other signs of localized thermal damage. Device failure may predispose infant to bronchospasm, inspissated secretions, and airway obstruction, as well as inadvertent positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP), circuit obstruction, or accidental lavage of pooled fluid into the airway, elevated oxygen consumption, and worsening respiratory distress.
• FDA Determined Cause: Under Investigation by firm
• Action: Medline issued an Urgent Medical Device notice it its consignees on 7/13/2026 via email and USPS. The notice explained the issue, potential risk, and provided actions and precautions for healthcare providers. If evidence of connector overheating or thermal damage is observed: " Assess the patient and ensure continued respiratory support. " Replace the affected circuit as soon as clinically appropriate. " Remove the affected circuit from service and retain it for investigation." For questions, contact the Recall Department at 866-359-1704 or recalls@medline.com. Follow up notice sent on 7/27/2026 to clarify the item numbers. *** Updated customer communication was sent out on 8/5/26. Consignees were instructed to destroy affected inventory. The firm has begun distributing corrected product.
• Quantity in Commerce: 20 units
• Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Panama.
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

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• 510(K) Database: 510(K)s with Product Code = BTT