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CareFusion 303, Inc.: MaxGuard Extension Set, Model No. ME2064, MP9009C, MP9209, MP9254C The MaxGuard extension sets are used to administer fluids from a container to a patient s vascular system through a needle or catheter inserted into the patient s artery or vein. The extension sets may incorporate components that aid in the prevention of accidental needle sticks. The set s components are commonly found on intravascular administration sets and extension sets

Recall number
Z-1482-2017
Recalling firm
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Product
MaxGuard Extension Set, Model No. ME2064, MP9009C, MP9209, MP9254C The MaxGuard extension sets are used to administer fluids from a container to a patient s vascular system through a needle or catheter inserted into the patient s artery or vein. The extension sets may incorporate components that aid in the prevention of accidental needle sticks. The set s components are commonly found on intravascular administration sets and extension sets
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2017-02-20
Posted
2017-02-28
Terminated
2018-10-29
Reason
CareFusion is recalling the MaxGuard Extension Set due to reports of leaks occurring with the 0.2 micron filter.
Root cause
Under Investigation by firm
Action
CareFusion sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letter dated February 2017 to all affected customers inform them that CareFusion is recalling the MaxGuard Extension Set model codes ME20164, MP9009-C, MP9209, MP9254-C with multiple lot numbers. CareFusion has received reports of leaks occurring with the 0.2 micron filter. Customers were informed that leakages on an extension can cause delay of infusion, interruption of infusion, exposure to medication or hazardous infusates, underinfusion or air in line. Customers were instructed to discontinue use of the affected product and contact CareFusion for a replacement lot. The letter informs the customers of the actions to be taken and for recall related questions to contact CareFusion Support Center at (888) 562-6018. Customers with adverse event reports are instructed to contact Customer Advocacy at (888) 812-3266. Customers were also instructed to immediately complete and return to CareFusion the enclosed, pre-addressed and postage paid, Recall Response Card.
Quantity
12,850 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot No. 15045419 15075822 15086644 16036290 16056204 16075270 15086404 16067461 16046571 16045810
510(k) numbers
["K051499"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
FPA
Firm FEI
2016493
Firm city
San Diego
Firm state
CA
Firm country
not on file

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Published
2026-09-28
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