FDAClass IIOctober 8, 2025

Aesculap Elan 4 Fixed Duraguard Standard recall: Labeling Error

AESCULAP ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD. Model Number: GB942R.

Why was Aesculap Elan 4 Fixed Duraguard Standard recalled?

Mislabeling. The ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD was labeled as "Long" and the ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD LONG was labeled as "Standard."

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Model Number: BG942R, UDI-DI Number: 04046963805777. Serial Number: 8157.

Product
AESCULAP ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD. Model Number: GB942R.
Recalling firm
Aesculap AG
Quantity
1 unit
Distribution
US distribution to Missouri. OUS International distribution to Norway, Portugal, France, Great Britian, Czech Republic, Germany, Turkey, Brazil, Japan, Chile, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Iran, Mexico, Malaysia, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Thailand.
Recall date
October 8, 2025
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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