Bard
FDA adverse event reports naming Bard as the device manufacturer, with recall history from the live FDA recall database. Reporter-supplied name as filed: BARD.
- Total reports
- 1,304
- Deaths
- 22
- Injuries
- 679
- Malfunctions
- 494
Reports per year
Source: FDA adverse event reports by year received, 2010–2024. Reporting paused during the 2026 MAUDE-to-AEMS transition and has since resumed.
Top device categories
- Port & Catheter, Implanted, Subcutaneous, IntravascularLJT205
- Mesh, Surgical, PolymericFTL174
- Catheter, UrologicalKOD171
- Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Long-Term Greater Than 30 DaysLJS123
- Filter, Intravascular, CardiovascularDTK109
- Catheter, Intravascular, DiagnosticDQO69
- Catheter, Retention Type, BalloonEZL32
- Set, Administration, IntravascularFPA29
- Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Short-Term Less Than 30 DaysFOZ28
- Apparatus, Suction, Single Patient Use, Portable, NonpoweredGCY28
Recent recalls
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
OTP5000 THORA/PARA TRAY, 5FR, NON-VALVED UDI-DI Code: 0110885403284748 PIG1260T SAFE-T-CENTESIS TRAY 6FR X 16CM UDI-DI Code: 0110885403108365 TPT1000 THORACENTESIS/PARACENTESIS TRAY UDI-DI Code: 0110885403108488 The Acute Drainage devices are indicated for use in removing fluid from either the pleural or peritoneal spaces during an acute drainage / aspiration procedure.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
CK000495A Poly Midline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741121609 CK000566 Poly Midline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741108051 CK000566 Poly Midline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741108051 The Poly Per-Q-Cath Midline catheters are indicated for short or long term peripheral access to the peripheral venous system for selected intravenous therapies and blood sarnpling.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
5625240 DuoGlide Short-Term Straight Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741042119 The intended use of the Short-Term Dialysis Catheter is attaining temporary/short-term (less than 30 days) vascular access for hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, or apheresis therapy via the jugular, subclavian, or femoral vein.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
CK000662 PowerPICC SOLO HF Catheter 5 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741129674 Catheter stylets provide internal reinforcement to aid in catheter placement.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
1274108D PowerPICC SV Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen REKW2449 00801741087110 3173108D PowerPICC SV Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen REKV2227 00801741027536 The PowerPlCC SV catheters are intended for short or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy and blood sampling.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
5605150 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Straight Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741086953 5605240 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Straight Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741086977 5605300 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Straight Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741086984 5615120 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Curved Extension Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741075087 5615200 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Curved Extension Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741075100 5615200 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Curved Extension Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741075100 5615200 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Curved Extension Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741075100 5655120 Power-Trialysis Short-Term Alphacurve Dialysis Catheter 13 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741066054 The Power-Trialysis" Short-Term Dialysis Catheter, with a third internal lumen for intravenous therapy, power injection of contrast media, and central venous pressure monitoring, is indicated for use in attaining short-term (less than 30 days) vascular access for hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, and apheresis treatments. The catheter is intended to be inserted in the jugular, femoral, or subclavian vein as required. The maximum recommended infusion rate is 5 mL/sec for power injection of contrast media.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
5855240 Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Straight Short-Term Dialysis Catheter 12 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741107177 5855300 Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Straight Short-Term Dialysis Catheter 12 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741107184 5865120 Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Precurved Extension Short-Term Dialysis Catheter 12 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741107191 5865200 Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Precurved Extension Short-Term Dialysis Catheter 12 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI_DI Code: 00801741107214 5865240 Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Precurved Extension Short-Term Dialysis Catheter 12 Fr Triple-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741107221 The Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Short-Term Dialysis Catheter, with a third internal lumen for intravenous therapy, power injection of contrast media, and central venous pressure monitoring, is indicated for use in attaining short-term (less than 30 days) vascular access for hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, and apheresis treatments. The catheter is intended to be inserted in the jugular, femoral, or subclavian vein as required. The maximum recommended infusion rate is 5 mL/sec for power injection of contrast media.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
CK000727 PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741138478 CK000729 PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741138713 P4153108D PowerMidline Catheter 3 Fr Single-lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741108747 P4154108 PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741108754 P4154108D PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741108761 The PowerMidline" Catheter is intended for short term peripheral access for selected intravenous therapies, blood sampling, and power injection of contrast media.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
CK000980A PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741236150 P4254108 PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741129278 P4254108D PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741129353 The PowerMidline" Catheter is intended for short term peripheral access for selected intravenous therapies, blood sampling, and power injection of contrast media.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
- 2026-07-02Open, ClassifiedNonconforming Material/Component
CK000525B PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741236129 CK000883 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741188800 CK000884A PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741219177 CK001000 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741223020 CK001066 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741228544 CK001068 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741228728 S1173108D PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130342 S1173108D1 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741154720 S1173108D4 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155031 S1173108D5 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155130 S1173108D6 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741232190 S1193108D3 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741154980 S1193108D4 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155086 S1193108D5 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155185 S1193108PD PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741134135 S1274108D PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130366 S1274108D4 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155055 S1274108D5 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155154 S1294108D PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130373 S1294108D2 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741154898 S1294108D4 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155109 S1294108D5 PowerPICC Provena SOLO Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741155208 S3173108 PowerPICC Provena Catheter 3 Fr Single-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130144 S3274108D PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130403 S9274108D PowerPICC Provena Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen UDI-DI Code: 00801741130441 The PowerPICC Provena Catheters and PowerPICC Provena Catheter with SOLO Valve Technology are indicated for short and long term peripheral access to central venous system for intravenous therapy, blood sampling, power injection of contrast media, and allow for central venous pressure monitoring. For central venous pressure monitoring, it is recommended that a catheter lumen of 20 guage or larger be used.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
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