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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Oral Probe (Product code 02893-000), accessory used with Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 690 (Product codes 01690-200 and 01690-400) Thermometers and Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 692 (01692-200) thermometers

Reported: October 29, 2025 Initiated: September 17, 2025 #Z-0233-2026

Product Description

Oral Probe (Product code 02893-000), accessory used with Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 690 (Product codes 01690-200 and 01690-400) Thermometers and Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 692 (01692-200) thermometers

Reason for Recall

Affected oral/axillary probes were inadvertently programmed with the rectal probe configuration. Affected probes will potentially display a lower temperature than the true value, which may lead to a delay in managing fever-related symptoms or infection.

Details

Units Affected
5209
Distribution
Distribution US nationwide, Canada and Colombia.
Location
Deerfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Oral Probe (Product code 02893-000), accessory used with Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 690 (Product codes 01690-200 and 01690-400) Thermometers and Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus 692 (01692-200) thermometers. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Units affected: 5209.
Why was this product recalled?
Affected oral/axillary probes were inadvertently programmed with the rectal probe configuration. Affected probes will potentially display a lower temperature than the true value, which may lead to a delay in managing fever-related symptoms or infection.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 29, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0233-2026.