Bard recalls

The EnCor EnCompass breast biopsy and tissue removal system console and driver may experience probe calibration failures or pressure sensor errors during use. When these errors occur, the system prompts the user to restart and recalibrate, which can interrupt the biopsy procedure, prolong it, or require additional tissue sampling or a repeat biopsy.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026

Bard is recalling 2 product lines of short-term straight dialysis catheters, with about 172,500 units affected. The recall is downstream of a related Class I recall, RES 98777, and the filing does not describe the specific hazard. No injuries have been reported.

Serious·FDA·Sep 23, 20262 products

Bard is recalling six Foley and intermittent catheter tray products because the pericare wipes packed with them may have contamination on their surface. The recall followed customer complaints, and no injuries have been reported. The trays were distributed across the United States and in several other countries.

Moderate·FDA·Sep 16, 20266 products

BD Needle Kits used for emergency intraosseous (IO) access may have an obturator (the needle's internal plunger) that locks to the needle hub and becomes difficult or impossible to remove after placement. This locking is caused by out-of-tolerance manufacturing dimensions. If the obturator cannot be removed, a new needle may need to be placed, potentially delaying treatment.

Serious·FDA·Aug 26, 2026

Bard Access Systems is recalling 14 products, including PICC, midline, and dialysis catheters and biopsy trays. The recall stems from lidocaine ampoules that were made under deficient manufacturing practices, and the supplier is recalling them. No injuries have been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Jul 8, 202614 products

C.R. Bard has recalled certain Silastic Brand Foley Catheters (5cc and 30cc models) due to staining on the catheter surface. The affected catheters were distributed across the U.S. and Canada.

Moderate·FDA·May 27, 2026

Bard Peripheral Vascular is recalling multiple central venous catheter trays and kits because the outer packaging may be damaged, which could compromise the sterile barrier that protects the medical device. The recall affects several Broviac and Hickman catheter products with specific lot numbers manufactured between April 2028 and August 2030.

Moderate·FDA·Feb 25, 2026

Bard is recalling four InLay Optima ureteral stent kits because the actual stent size may not match the size printed on the label. About 4,700 units are affected, and the kits were distributed in the US and several other countries. No injuries have been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Dec 17, 20254 products

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc. is recalling Safe-T-Centesis 6 Fr Catheter Drainage Trays because the safety indicator on the catheter may show the wrong position—displaying "sharp" when the catheter is actually "blunt." This could lead medical staff to believe the catheter hasn't entered the body cavity when it actually has, potentially causing discomfort, treatment delays, or injury to organs or blood vessels.

Moderate·FDA·Dec 17, 2025