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BARD EP XT Decapolar Steerable Recall: Particulate Matter

BARD EP XT DECAPOLAR STEERABLE, DIAGNOSTIC EP CATHETER, 6F, LARGE 4.0, 10, 2-5-2MM, REF: 201007

What is the FDA recall status?

The FDA record lists this recall as ongoing. FDA enforcement data is not a live recall-lifecycle tracker. Follow the official instructions and check the agency notice or firm for current guidance.

How FDA enforcement data reports status

Why was BARD EP XT Decapolar Steerable recalled?

Diagnostic electrophysiology (EP) catheter may have a breached sterile barrier on the straight seal side of the primary pouch, which if used could lead to particulate embolization, infection, thrombus or ganuloma formation from particulate matter.

What should I do if I have this product?

Follow the firm and FDA instructions for the affected product. Contact the recalling firm for current guidance.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the product description and available lot, UPC or model codes below from the official FDA record to check whether it is covered by this recall. If an identifier is missing or unclear, check the complete official notice or contact the firm; an incomplete match here does not establish that your product is unaffected.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UDI-DI: 00885825003838. Lot: 5640704, Serial: 5097742, Distribution Date: May 26th 2026

Agency record number
Z-0085-2027
Product
BARD EP XT DECAPOLAR STEERABLE, DIAGNOSTIC EP CATHETER, 6F, LARGE 4.0, 10, 2-5-2MM, REF: 201007
Recalling firm
Stryker Sustainability Solutions
Quantity
10
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the state of NJ.
Recall started
August 18, 2026
Report date
October 14, 2026
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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