Hospira Inc. is recalling approximately 25,843 infusion pumps from the Plum LifeCare 5000 and Plum XL families because a metal pin in the door roller assembly can break. If this pin breaks, the pump door cannot lock the medication cassette into the correct position, which may cause the door to stay open or trigger false alarms. This issue affects several models, including the LifeCare 5000 (Plum 1.6) and various Plum XL devices used in hospitals and home care settings. To ensure continued safety, consumers should contact their healthcare provider or the manufacturer for repair or replacement instructions.
A broken door roller pin prevents the device from securing the fluid cassette properly, which can stop the pump from delivering critical medications or fluids. This failure could result in a delay of treatment or inaccurate dosing, potentially leading to serious health complications for the patient.
Manufacturer initiated repair or replacement process via letter notification.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response