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SQ40S Blood Transfusion Filter

FDA device recall Z-1157-2026 · posted 2026-01-22 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
GVS TM, Inc
Reason for recall
Due to products being released for distribution prior to completion of the required quality control release process the sterility assurance cannot be confirmed.
Action taken
On 11/03/2025, the firm sent via email a "GVS TM Inc Customer Statement" informing customers that GVS TM Inc discovered that some of the products in the affected lot may have been damaged during the transportation process. To avoid any potential risk this damage may pose to the downstream user, the firm is requesting return of the affected products. On 11/18/2025, the firm sent via email a "GVS TM Inc Product Recall Statements" informing customers that the products were distributed before completion of the required quality control release process, including final review of sterilization documentation and Certificate of Analysis. As a result the sterility assurance cannot be confirmed. Customers are instructed to: 1) Return all units of Lot 7536142 to GVS TM Inc - Customer Service using GVS TM FedEx Account 203742698, or 2) Destroy the affected units at their facility according to their internal disposal procedures for medical devices. 3) Confirmation Required - If Returning Product --Quantity returned --Date Shipped Back --Contact Person - If Destroying Product (Proof of Destruction Required) --Signed destruction confirmation --Statement on facility letterhead indicating: ---Quantity destroyed ---Date of Destruction ---Method of disposal ---Name/title of the person performing destruction Upon receipt of the above information, GVS TM Inc will issue replacements or credit depending on customer's preference. Questions - Contact GVS TM Customer Service at customerservice tm.na@gvs.com
Root cause
Process control
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
CAK
Quantity affected
2,720 filters
Distribution
U.S.: ID, NV, SC, MO, TX, CO, MD, CA, VA, DC, PA, IL, OH, AZ, FL, OK, MN, KY, OR, NE, NC, LA, MS, MI, NY, GA, AL, MA
Date initiated
2025-11-03
Date posted
2026-01-22
Location
Covina, CA

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