Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube Connector Disconnection Risk
TELEFLEX is recalling 3,310 units of Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tubes (REF 170155) distributed nationwide due to reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the tube.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: This recall is classified FDA Class I, which establishes a minimum severity of 4. The source does not report any deaths, injuries, or illnesses, so the severity does not reach Critical. Connector disconnection on an endotracheal tube represents a serious patient safety risk.
Plain-English summary
TELEFLEX LLC is recalling 3,310 units of Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Sets (oral/nasal, REF 170155) distributed nationwide in the United States, including Puerto Rico.
The recalled products have been reported to experience disconnection of the 15mm connector from the endotracheal tube. This connector is essential for the proper function and security of the tube during patient care.
The recall involves multiple batch numbers produced between 2018 and 2022. Affected units are identified by UDI/DI 14026704644947 and can be verified using the specific batch numbers listed in the FDA recall notice. Healthcare facilities and providers should verify whether they have affected inventory.
The recalled product
- Product
- Slick Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF 170155
- Manufacturer
- TELEFLEX LLC
- Hazard
- connector-disconnection
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (20)
- UDI/DI 14026704644947
- Batch Numbers: 18JG17
- 19AG37
- 19CT32
- 19ET22
- 19ET38
- 19ET60
- 19IT54
- 20AT32
- 20CT22
- 20DT29
- KME20G0385
- KME20K2550
- KME20L1492
- KME20M0813
- KME21A2775
- KME21B1698
- KME21C2646
- KME21J0882
- KME21J0883
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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