Vortex Surgical 25GA Backflush, VS0270.25; 25GA Backflush Retractable, VS0275.27

FDA Recall #Z-1255-2026 — Class II — December 16, 2025

Recall #Z-1255-2026 Date: December 16, 2025 Classification: Class II Status: Ongoing

Product Description

Vortex Surgical 25GA Backflush, VS0270.25; 25GA Backflush Retractable, VS0275.27

Reason for Recall

There may be voids located in the seal of Tyvek pouches associated with identified catalog numbers and lots. A compromised sterile barrier has potential of bioburden contamination which could lead to infection.

Recalling Firm

Vortex Surgical Inc. — Saint Charles, MO

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

14,789 (8651 US; 6138 OUS)

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CT, FL, HI, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, WA, WI, VA; and OUS (foreign) to countries of: Australia, Chile, China, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, Vietnam.

Code Information

25GA Backflush Pouch UDI 810123480470 Box UDI 810123480753 Lot 2411017; 27GA Backflush Retractable Pouch UDI 810123480517 Box UDI 810123480791 Lot 2411016

Status

Ongoing

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated