RecallRadar

FDA Device recall Z-1936-2020

Arterial Line Kit 20ga X 3", Model 498411B, Rx Only, Sterile EO, UDI: 00886333215652 - Product Usage: Arterial Catheters are indicated for…

On 2020-05-20 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Arterial Line Kit 20ga X 3", Model 498411B, Rx Only, Sterile EO, UDI: 00886333215652 - Product Usage: Arterial Catheters are indicated for… by Argon Medical Devices, citing arterial Line Kits include thicker curved reverse-cutting needle with a 0-silk suture, instead of the usual straight-cutting needle with a 3-0 silk suture. The thicker suture may….

Read the official FDA Device notice

AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-1936-2020
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2020-04-08
Published2020-05-20
Last updated2026-09-13 11:55 UTC
CompanyArgon Medical Devices
DistributionUS

Product

Arterial Line Kit 20ga X 3", Model 498411B, Rx Only, Sterile EO, UDI: 00886333215652 - Product Usage: Arterial Catheters are indicated for use when in instances where continuous invasive blood pressure readings and/or frequent blood gas measurements are required. Case Label: Arterial Line Kit 20ga x 3", Ref 498411B, Qty: 10/CS

Reason

Arterial Line Kits include thicker curved reverse-cutting needle with a 0-silk suture, instead of the usual straight-cutting needle with a 3-0 silk suture. The thicker suture may be more difficult to tie. The curved needle requires the use of a needle driver, there is a risk of needle stick to the surgeon tries to do it with fingers instead.

Identifiers

code_infoLot: 11299236

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:55 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1936-2020%22

RecallRadar indexes public recall notices from the FDA, USDA FSIS, and CPSC. The official agency notice is the authoritative source. Always confirm details at the linked source before acting.