Recall Summary
| Recall number | Z-2796-2026 |
| Issued by | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Date | 2026-08-12 |
| Company | AVID Medical, Inc. |
| Units affected | 5,168 |
| Severity | Class I |
Remedy: Follow the instructions in the official notice linked below. The agency record for this recall did not contain remedy text we could verify against this product, so we have not reproduced it here.
Read the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall notice
The avid medical recall announced in August 2026 involves surgical convenience kits used in hospital cardiac catheterization labs. AVID Medical, Inc. recalled Halyard convenience kits that contain recalled Medline Namic Angiographic Star Off Handle Manifolds. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified this action as Class I.
That is the agency’s most serious recall category. It is used when there is a reasonable probability that a product will cause serious injury or death. If you or a family member had a cardiac catheterization procedure recently, this page explains what the recall covers in plain language.
What the Avid Medical Recall Covers
The avid medical recall is filed under FDA recall number Z-2796-2026. The recall date is August 12, 2026. The recalling firm is AVID Medical, Inc. The affected products are Halyard convenience kits. These kits contain recalled Medline Namic Angiographic Star Off Handle Manifolds as a component.
The agency record identifies the CARDIAC CATH PACK EAMC1000-05 within this action. A convenience kit is a sealed, pre-assembled tray of sterile items. Hospitals use them so a full procedure setup arrives in one package. For example, a cardiac cath pack may hold tubing, drapes, syringes, and a manifold. The manifold is the component at issue here.
The scope of the avid medical recall is 5,168 units. These are professional medical devices. They are not sold to consumers in stores or online. In most cases, they are distributed directly to hospitals, surgical centers, and catheterization labs. As a result, most patients will never have seen the packaging themselves.
Importantly, this avid medical recall is what the industry calls a downstream or component recall. AVID Medical did not manufacture the manifold. Medline recalled the manifolds at the manufacturer level. AVID Medical then recalled its own kits because those manifolds were packed inside. Typically, this cascade happens whenever a defective part reaches multiple finished-product assemblers.
The Hazard and Reported Injuries
The stated hazard in the avid medical recall is particulate contamination. According to the FDA record, the affected kits contain Medline Namic Angiographic Star Off Handle Manifolds recalled by the manufacturer. The reason was the presence of particulates within the fluid path of the manifolds.
A manifold sits in the fluid line during an angiographic procedure. It directs saline, contrast dye, and blood pressure monitoring lines. Fluid passes through it and then into the patient. Therefore, anything loose inside that fluid path can travel with the fluid.
The FDA describes the specific risk clearly. Particulate within the fluid path has the potential to be introduced into blood circulation. It can then become lodged within blood vessels. Material stuck in a blood vessel can restrict blood flow. However, the agency record does not describe any specific patient outcome in this case.
Whether injuries have been reported in connection with this avid medical recall is not stated in the agency record. This guide will not claim that injuries occurred. It will also not claim that none occurred. Class I classification reflects the potential for serious harm. It is not itself a report that harm happened.
| Recall number | Z-2796-2026 |
|---|---|
| Issuing agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Recall date | August 12, 2026 |
| Company | AVID Medical, Inc. |
| Product | Halyard convenience kits containing Medline Namic Angiographic Star Off Handle Manifolds — CARDIAC CATH PACK EAMC1000-05 |
| Units affected | 5,168 |
| Severity classification | Class I |
What To Do If You Own This Product
Most readers will not physically own these kits. They are hospital inventory items. However, if you manage supply for a hospital, cath lab, or surgical center, act now. Quarantine any affected stock so it cannot reach a patient tray.
To identify affected product, check your inventory against the FDA record. Look for Halyard convenience kits containing Medline Namic Angiographic Star Off Handle Manifolds. The record names CARDIAC CATH PACK EAMC1000-05. Compare catalog numbers and lot codes to the official notice before releasing anything.
Do not guess at the correction process. The remedy instructions for this avid medical recall are set out in the official FDA notice. Follow the instructions in the official notice linked on this page. Contact AVID Medical directly if the notice is unclear for your facility.
Patients have a different set of steps. You typically cannot tell from your discharge paperwork which kit was used. For example, kit-level component details are usually recorded in hospital procurement systems, not patient records. As a result, the practical move is to call the facility where your procedure took place and ask whether recalled lots were in use on your date.
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You can also review the FDA enforcement database yourself: FDA medical device recall database. If you have new or unexplained symptoms after a recent catheterization, contact your treating physician. Do not stop prescribed medication or delay scheduled care because of a recall notice.
Does a Avid Medical Recall Mean You Can Sue?
No. A recall is a safety action, not a lawsuit. The avid medical recall is a regulatory correction and removal process. It is designed to pull a potentially unsafe product out of use quickly. That is a public health function, not a legal claim on your behalf.
A recall alone does not create a case for any individual. In most cases, a civil claim requires more than a defective product existing somewhere in the supply chain. It typically requires that the specific product reached you, that it was defective, and that the defect caused an actual injury. Lawyers call that last part causation. It is often the hardest element to prove.
No lawsuit over this particular recall has been verified for this page. Nothing here should be read as a statement that litigation exists or is coming. If you were injured and believe a recalled device was involved, you may be eligible to pursue a claim. Whether you are depends entirely on facts a lawyer must review.
Therefore, the right next step is a consultation with a licensed attorney in your state. Bring your procedure date, facility name, and any medical records you already have. Ask about deadlines, because statutes of limitations vary by state and by claim type. No outcome, settlement, or payment can be promised by this guide or by anyone before a case is evaluated.
How Recalls Connect to Mass Tort Cases
A recall is not litigation. However, recalls often become important evidence when litigation later happens. A recall notice creates a dated, official record that a company identified a defect. It also documents what the company knew and when it acted. Plaintiffs’ attorneys frequently use that timeline to build a case.
Real examples show the pattern. Philips recalled millions of CPAP and ventilator devices in 2021 over degrading sound abatement foam. Thousands of claims followed and were consolidated into multidistrict litigation. Takata airbag inflators were recalled across dozens of vehicle brands in one of the largest automotive recalls in U.S. history. Litigation and bankruptcy proceedings followed there too. In both cases, the recall came first and the legal process came second — and the recall record shaped it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Class I recall mean?
Class I is the FDA’s most serious recall category. It is used when there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death. It reflects potential risk, not a confirmed injury count.
Were any injuries reported in this recall?
The agency record for recall Z-2796-2026 does not state whether injuries have been reported. This guide will not claim either way. Check the official FDA notice for any updates the agency posts later.
How do I find out if my procedure used a recalled kit?
Contact the hospital or surgical center where your procedure took place. Ask their risk management or materials management department to check lot records against the recall. They can typically confirm whether affected inventory was in use on your date.
Were You Injured by a Recalled Product?
A recall by itself is a safety action, not a legal claim. However, if a recalled product caused a real injury, you may be eligible to pursue compensation. A licensed attorney can review your situation at no upfront cost — most work on contingency, meaning you pay nothing unless you recover.
Official Sources & Resources
Verify every recall against the issuing agency before acting:
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration: official recall database — the record of truth for this notice
- CPSC: cpsc.gov — household goods, toys, furniture, appliances
- FDA: fda.gov — food, drugs, and medical devices
- NHTSA: nhtsa.gov — vehicles, tires, and child car seats
- USDA FSIS: fsis.usda.gov — meat, poultry, and egg products
Content last reviewed August 2026. This is general educational information, not legal advice. If you notice outdated information, please contact us.
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