Sodium Chloride Injection (Baxter) – Leaking Bag Risk (2017)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 250 mL VIAFLEX Container bag, Rx only, Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, IL 60015; Distributed in Canada by Baxter Corporation, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Product Code: 2B1322, NDC 0338-0049-02.
Brand
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot: Y229153, Exp 09/30/18
Products Sold
Lot: Y229153, Exp 09/30/18
Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 250 mL VIAFLEX Container bag, Rx only, Baxter Healthcare Corpora due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Customer complaints for leaking bags.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Customer complaints for leaking bags.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026