HIGH

Baxter Healthcare Oral Probe Recalled for 5,209 Units Misconfigured as Rectal Probes (2025)

Baxter Healthcare recalled 5,209 oral/axillary probes used with Welch Allyn SureTemp Plus thermometers nationwide in the United States, Canada and Colombia. The probes were inadvertently programmed with the rectal configuration, which can yield a lower temperature reading. Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the affected probes immediately and follow Baxter’s recall instructions.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 17, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Baxter Healthcare
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT

Hazard Information

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.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Baxter Healthcare Corporation or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

Oral Probe 02893-000 is an accessory used with Welch Allyn SureTemp thermometers, common in clinical and hospital settings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Misconfiguration causes under-reading temperatures, which may delay fever evaluation and treatment of infections.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Healthcare providers may need to identify affected probes and coordinate replacements, potentially affecting patient workflow and care timelines.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Confirm probe code 02893-000
  2. Review associated device codes 01690-200, 01690-400, 01692-200
  3. Inspect serial numbers listed in the recall documentation
  4. Cease use of any unit found to be affected

Where to find product info

Recall details are available via the FDA enforcement page for Z-0233-2026 and Baxter’s recall notice.

What timeline to expect

Remedy processing may take several weeks; replacement or refund timelines will be provided by Baxter.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to Baxter via whichever contact channel they provide in the recall notice
  • If no response, file a recall-related complaint with the FDA MedWatch program or your local regulator

How to prevent similar issues

  • Before use, verify model and serial numbers against recall lists
  • Coordinate with biomedical engineering for device updates and recalls
  • Maintain an inventory log of critical medical probes to catch recalls quickly

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, collect serial numbers and product codes, document all communications with Baxter or healthcare providers.

Product Details

Product: Oral Probe (02893-000). Associated product codes: 01690-200, 01690-400, 01692-200. Quantity recalled: 5,209 units. Distribution: US nationwide, Canada and Colombia. Recall date: 2025-09-17.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 5209 units recalled
  • Codes: 02893-000, 01690-200, 01690-400, 01692-200
  • Distribution: US nationwide, Canada, Colombia
  • Recall date: 2025-09-17
  • Immediate action required

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANT
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Product code 02893-000
Product code 01690-200
Product code 01690-400
Product code 01692-200
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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