| Date Initiated by Firm | July 10, 2026 |
| Date Posted | August 14, 2026 |
| Recall Status1 |
Open3, Classified |
| Recall Number | Z-2964-2026 |
| Recall Event ID |
99443 |
| Product Classification |
Obstetrical kit - Product Code OKV
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| Product | Halyard LAVH PACK, Model/Catalog Number: USAR053-11 |
| Code Information |
UDI/DI: 10809160372357, Lot No.: 1669869, Expiration Date: 4/30/2027
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| FEI Number |
1047429
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
AVID Medical, Inc. 9000 Westmont Dr Toano VA 23168-9351
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| For Additional Information Contact | Marlene Jones 757-566-3510 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | A customer complaint reported that the Clearify Visualization System (5303907) leaked in a kit. As a result of Avid s investigation, it was determined that the component was subjected to EO sterilization which is not in alignment with the manufacturer s recommendation. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Process control |
| Action | Owens & Minor issued an URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE FIELD CORRECTION notice to its consignees on 7/10/2026 via email. The notice explained the issue, potential risks to health, and requested the following:
"ACTIONS TO TAKE:
" DO NOT USE AND DISCARD the Clearify Visualization System (Component# 5303907) located in the convenience kit identified in Table 1 above. All other components in the kits may continue to be used.
" Add warning labels to affected AVID kits to ensure all users are aware of the actions to take prior to use. A labeling template is enclosed for printing labels which can be affixed on all affected kits and cases in inventory. This label should be applied in a prominently visible location to end-users. The location chosen should not cover any other critical product information found on existing product labeling. Please contact your Sales Representative if pre-printed labels are needed.
" Customers (end-users): If you have received product from a distributor, please contact the distributor or your sales representative with any questions you may have.
" Distributors: If any of the affected kits identified above were further distributed, please ensure all end-users are appropriately notified and maintain records of effectiveness.
" Complete the attached Recall Response Form and return by July 22, 2026."
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| Quantity in Commerce | 40 packs |
| Distribution | US Nationwide distribution in the state of TX. |
| Total Product Life Cycle | TPLC Device Report |
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls. 2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall. 3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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