Medical convenience kits Item number/ Product description AHLD15X LABOR DELIVERY PACK - 2133...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0173-2026 — Class II — September 4, 2025

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0173-2026
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated September 4, 2025
Status Ongoing
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm American Contract Systems Inc.
Location Grimes, IA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 32,433 total

Product Description

Medical convenience kits Item number/ Product description AHLD15X LABOR DELIVERY PACK - 213387 AKDV96B VAGINAL DELIVERY AKDV96B VAGINAL DELIVERY EVBH28D BIRTHING ROOM PACK UPVD01K VAGINAL DELIVERY PACK

Reason for Recall

Identified products were re-gassed (sterilized more than once) after a nonconformance occurred during the initial Ethylene Oxide (EO) gas injection process. These products have not been validated for exposure to multiple sterilization cycles. Therefore, product quality, safety, and effectiveness cannot be confirmed for product that was re-gassed.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide distribution in the states of SD, IA, MN, WA, IL.

Lot / Code Information

AHLD15X UDI-DI 191072224767 Lot 8188711 Bag serial no. 17555039 17555044 17555049 17609166 17609181; AKDV96B UDI-DI 191072224019 Lot 7311311 Bag serial no. 47140875 47141919; EVBH28D UDI-DI 191072239051 Lot 8424611 Bag serial no. 17754395; UPVD01K UDI-DI 191072238993 Lot 8439111 Bag serial no. 17682598 Log 8499211 Bag serial no. 17742543

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.