Recall of specific lots after removal difficulty reports
BD launched a voluntary nationwide recall to the user level for specific lots of BD Intraosseous Vascular Access System needle sets.
The recall follows reports of difficulty removing the obturator after placement, which could force new access attempts and delay urgent treatment.
BD reported 75 complaints through June 2026, including 45 serious injuries plus 4 deaths tied to resuscitation efforts in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.
Affected lots were distributed from Sept. 30, 2024 to June 12, 2026; the BD Intraosseous Powered Driver is not included.
Customers were told to stop using affected lots and destroy inventory; BD plans to replace destroyed product for direct purchasers.
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