FDA Class II Recall: Diversatek Healthcare Viper¿ 3-Stage Fixed Wire Balloon Dilator,… by Diversatek Healthcare

Key facts

What consumers should do

Because this recall carries FDA's middle severity classification, anyone who has this product should stop using it and follow the recalling firm's instructions, even though serious harm is considered unlikely for this classification. Specifically, check whether the product in your possession matches the description on file with FDA -- Diversatek Healthcare Viper¿ 3-Stage Fixed Wire Balloon Dilator, 6mm-7mm-8mm, REF 1204-08 -- and the recall number Z-1938-2026. If it matches, stop using or distributing it and contact Diversatek Healthcare or the point of purchase for return or replacement instructions. Retailers and distributors holding affected inventory should quarantine it and follow the firm's written recall notice. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do.

What this classification means

FDA classifies a recall as Class II when using the recalled product, or being exposed to it, may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. In this case, the recalling firm is Diversatek Healthcare and the affected product is described in FDA's record as: Diversatek Healthcare Viper¿ 3-Stage Fixed Wire Balloon Dilator, 6mm-7mm-8mm, REF 1204-08. FDA's stated reason for the recall is: The catheter inflation tag attached to the device may contain an incorrect part number with incorrect balloon diameter sizes and inflation pressures for each stage.. The recall is tracked under FDA recall number Z-1938-2026 and carries a status of Ongoing as of the most recent FDA enforcement report. This classification reflects FDA's assessment of the product defect described above, not a prediction about any specific patient outcome. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do. Recall status can change while FDA and the recalling firm continue corrective actions, so checking the firm's own notice for the most current guidance is recommended. Adverse events believed to be related to a recalled product can be reported to FDA's MedWatch program, which FDA uses to monitor safety signals after a recall is opened.

Diversatek Healthcare’s FDA history

Argus HQ has recorded 4 total FDA actions tied to Diversatek Healthcare: 0 warning letters, 4 recalls, 0 approval records, and 0 Form 483 inspection citations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FDA recall number for this event?

FDA recall number Z-1938-2026.

What is the current status of this recall?

Status as recorded by FDA: Ongoing.

Where can I verify this recall directly with FDA?

The verbatim FDA record is the source of truth for every recall Argus HQ tracks — always confirm against fda.gov before acting.

What was recalled and why?

Diversatek Healthcare recalled Diversatek Healthcare Viper¿ 3-Stage Fixed Wire Balloon Dilator, 6mm-7mm-8mm, REF 1204-08. FDA's record states the reason for recall as: The catheter inflation tag attached to the device may contain an incorrect part number with incorrect balloon diameter sizes and inflation pressures for each stage.. The recall is logged under FDA recall number Z-1938-2026 with a Class II classification.

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