# FDA recall Z-1179-2021

> **Draeger Medical, Inc.** · Class II · device recall initiated 2021-01-29.

## Product

VentStar Watertrap (N) 180-Drager Breathing Circuits/Anesthesia Sets Order Number: MP00363 - Product Usage: Breathing circuit for conduction of respiratory gases between anesthesia machine or ventilator and patient. Intended for single use only.

## Reason for recall

Y-piece may become detached from the ventilation hose either before or during the ventilation process, a leak will be caused that can hinder ventilation of the patient.

## Distribution

US Nationwide distribution.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1179-2021
- **Recalling firm:** Draeger Medical, Inc.
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2021-01-29
- **Report date:** 2021-03-17
- **Termination date:** 2021-11-01

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Telford, PA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1179-2021

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1179-2021. Retrieved 2026-07-20 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1179-2021. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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