Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. Recalls
31 recalls from federal safety databases (FDA, CPSC). Sourced directly from government enforcement feeds.
Medical Device Recalls (26)
- Class II
October 25, 2025
5008X CAREsystem +CLiC +CDX;
Several software anomalies with the potential to impact patient treatment, of which one includes the possibility to result in treatment stop if certain conditions are fulfilled.
- Class II
August 29, 2025
Optiflux¿ High Flux E-beam Dialyzer Model Numbers: (1) 0500316E OPTIFLUX F160NRe 12/CS 1.5SA EBEAM, (2) 0500318E OPTIFLUX F180NRe 12/CS 1.7SA EBEAM, (3) 0500320E OPTIFLUX F200NRe 12/CS 1.9SA EBEAM, (
To provide further information to the user to ensure proper use of the medical device. the caps had been changed from a threaded version to a press-on version whereby the user must press the caps firmly onto the dialyzer to securely affix the cap.
- Class II
April 29, 2025
5008X HDF Hemodialysis Blood Tubing Set, 24 units per case, with the following models: a. 5008X Standard HDF Bloodline, Model Number: 03-5100-7. b. 5008X Standard HDF Bloodline w/CLIC, Model Number:
Potential of blood leak occurring between the lower port of the venous chamber and the tubing include: hemodiafiltration (HDF), hemodialysis (HD), hemofiltration (HF), and isolated ultrafiltration.
- Class II
December 5, 2024
Dialyzer Optiflux 160NRe
Potential for internal blood leaks due to cracked polyurethane
- Class II
August 8, 2024
Blood Pressure Module BPM3 TM-2917B (Spare Part Numbers 191378 or 191389) with firmware version S005 installed in 2008 Series Hemodialysis Machines with Part Numbers 190573, 190713, 190766, 190858, 19
Machines equipped with BPM3 Blood Pressure Modules (Blood pressure monitor TM-2917B with firmware version S005) will not record Blood Pressure measurements and does not alarm if the cuff tubing is kinked close to the cuff.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
RTL190828: 2008K@HOME HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
RTL190904: 2008K@HOME HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM W/ BIBAG - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
RTLR190395: 2008K@HOME MACHINE, SHORT CAB,OLC/DP,HP - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
191014: 2008K@HOME HD SYSTEM W/BIBAG (CANADA) - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
190828: 2008K@HOME HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
RTL190395: 2008K@HOME MACHINE, SHORT CAB,OLC/DP,HP - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
190904 2008K@HOME HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM W/ BIBAG - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
June 3, 2024
190395: 2008K@HOME MACHINE, SHORT CAB,OLC/DP,HP - Blood Pump Rotor spare part, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
May 16, 2024
US AquaA 900H-Typ USA-3 x 208v-Intended for the purification of water to be used for hemodialysis Vivonic Part Numbers: G02020110 Fresenius Part Number: 24-090A-1
Concentrate Flow was exceeding the maximum 19.9 bar set point. The standard default set point range is between 4 and 18.Error message (F020104, "concentrate pressure alarm limit exceeded") concentrate pressure is too high and stops the dialysis water supply.
- Class II
April 17, 2024
2008T BlueStar Hemodialysis Machine, Model 191128 with Component: Blood Pump Rotor, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A.
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
April 17, 2024
Blood Pump Rotor, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
April 17, 2024
2008T BlueStar Hemodialysis Machine, Model 191126 with Component: Blood Pump Rotor, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A.
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
April 17, 2024
2008T BlueStar Hemodialysis Machine, Model 191124 with Component: Blood Pump Rotor, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A.
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
April 17, 2024
2008T BlueStar Hemodialysis Machine, Model 191130 with Component: Blood Pump Rotor, Model Number: F40015481 Rev A
An increased number of complaints were reported on the Blood Pump Rotor (P/N - F40015481 REV A) after a period of use by clinics noting loose/dislodged guide sheaves.
- Class II
April 8, 2024
Novalung sensor box is a component of the Novalung Console (F30000162)-Indicated for long-term (> 6 hours) respiratory/ cardiopulmonary support that provides assisted extracorporeal circulation and ph
Issue related to Novalung sensor box, which is a component of the Novalung Console (Part Number F30000163). In certain instances, error messages #206 (yellow) and #208 (red) technical failure, flow measurement during use of the Novalung system.
- Class I
January 23, 2024
stay-safe /Safe Lock Catheter Ext. 12 in
The peroxide cross-linked tubing has leachables identified as NDL PCBAs.
- Class I
January 23, 2024
stay-safe /Luer Lock Catheter Ext. 12 in
The peroxide cross-linked tubing has leachables identified as NDL PCBAs.
- Class I
January 23, 2024
stay-safe /Luer Lock Adapter 4 in
The peroxide cross-linked tubing has leachables identified as NDL PCBAs.
- Class I
January 23, 2024
stay-safe /Luer Lock Catheter Ext. 18 in
The peroxide cross-linked tubing has leachables identified as NDL PCBAs.
- Class I
January 23, 2024
stay-safe /Luer Catheter Ext. 6 in
The peroxide cross-linked tubing has leachables identified as NDL PCBAs.
- Class III
October 24, 2023
Liberty Select Cycler, Model numbers RTLR180343 and RTLR180111
Affected Liberty Select cyclers may display an incorrect time stamp on the treatment data report sent to the clinic.
Drug Recalls (5)
- Class II
April 6, 2026
DELFLEX, Dextrose Peritoneal Dialysis Solution with attached stay-safe Exchange Set for Intraperitoneal Dialysis Only, 1.5% DEX. LM/LC, 2L 5PK, Part Number 054-20221, Fresenius Medical Care North Ame
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Potential leaks from perforations in bags.
- Class II
April 6, 2026
DELFLEX, Dextrose Peritoneal Dialysis Solution with attached stay-safe Exchange Set for Intraperitoneal Dialysis Only, 2.5% DEX. LM/LC, 2L 5PK, Part Number 054-20222, Fresenius Medical Care North Amer
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Potential leaks from perforations in bags.
- Class II
May 27, 2025
0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Flexible Plastic Container, Rx Only Fresenius Medical Care North America, Waltham, MA 02451, 1-800-323-5188, NDC 49230-300-10
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
- Class II
June 18, 2024
DELFLEX PERITONEAL DIALYSIS SOLUTION With LOW MAGNESIUM / LOW CALCIUM 4.25% DEXTROSE and attached stay "safe Exchange Set, 2500mL (Approx. 50 mL excess), Single Dose Container Sterile and Non-Pyrogeni
This product is being recalled due to the tube weld failure presents itself as a slow leak and can be difficult to detect.
- Class II
December 28, 2023
DELFLEX Peritoneal Dialysis Solution in Biofine container 1.5% Dextrose, packaged in 6000mL bags, Rx only, Fresenius Medical Care NA Waltham, MA 02451, NDC 49230-206-62.
Lack of Sterility Assurance
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