Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 22938 |
| Brand Name: | Arrow International - VPS Rhythm Monitor |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Multiple product codes |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Teleflex Medical New Zealand OFFICE 011, 110 CARLTON GORE ROAD Newmarket Auckland 1023 |
| Contact Information: | 027 476 4009 |
| Manufacturer: | Arrow International Inc |
| Brand Name: | Arrow International - VPS Rhythm T-Piece |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Multiple product codes |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Teleflex Medical New Zealand OFFICE 011, 110 CARLTON GORE ROAD Newmarket Auckland 1023 |
| Contact Information: | 027 476 4009 |
| Manufacturer: | Arrow International Inc |
| Brand Name: | Arrow International - VPS Rhythm ECG Pack |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Multiple product codes |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Teleflex Medical New Zealand OFFICE 011, 110 CARLTON GORE ROAD Newmarket Auckland 1023 |
| Contact Information: | 027 476 4009 |
| Manufacturer: | Arrow International Inc |
| Brand Name: | Arrow International - Peripherally-inserted central venous catheter |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Multiple product codes |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Teleflex Medical New Zealand OFFICE 011, 110 CARLTON GORE ROAD Newmarket Auckland 1023 |
| Contact Information: | 027 476 4009 |
| Manufacturer: | Arrow International Inc |
| Issue: | The manufacturer has become aware that some individual units may have defective packaging that may not be adequately sealed. In the event the packaging is compromised in this manner, the sterility of the product cannot be guaranteed. If a non-sterile product is used, there is potential for infection to occur. Update Phase II The lubricant is being distributed to HeartWare Field Representatives who will apply the lubricant to power source (Battery, AC Adapter, and DC Adapter) connecters. The HeartWare Field Representatives will work with Healthcare Professionals to coordinate bringing patients to the clinic for servicing of their HVAD power source components. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be destroyed |
| Level of recall: | Healthcare Professional |
| Date Commenced: | 29/6/2018 |
