Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 16318 |
| Brand Name: | CareFusion Alaris SmartSite Needlefee connector |
| Model: | Model: 2000e |
| Affected: | Lots: 13086446, 13095944, 13095778, 13106753, 13106848, 13096013, 13095675, 13106018 |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | CareFusion New Zealand 313 Limited Unit 4 / 110 Mays Road Onehunga AUCKLAND 1061 |
| Contact Information: | 0508 422 734 |
| Manufacturer: | CareFusion Switzerland 317 Sarl |
| Issue: | CareFusion has identified potential risks with model code 2000E and batch numbers noted below due to possible connection issues. The affected SmartSite connector batches may unintentionally disconnect from a female luer, or may be difficult to disconnect from a female luer, or may fail to disconnect from a female luer once attached. An inability to disconnect may require replacement of a line. Leakage may also be observed if the connector disconnects from the female luer during infusion. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 27/2/2014 |
