FDAClass IISeptember 7, 2016

Stapler recall

STAPLER,IS4000; Model number 470298; General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical da Vinci EndoWrist Stapler 45, Stapler 45 Reloads and other…

Why was Stapler recalled?

Field failures were reported related to the da Vinci Xi Surgical System EndoWrist Stapler 45 and 30 instruments having an interruption in shaft rotation and / or instrument jaws not opening.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current 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?

All model 470298

Product
STAPLER,IS4000; Model number 470298; General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical da Vinci EndoWrist Stapler 45, Stapler 45 Reloads and other…
Recalling firm
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Quantity
875 instruments (827 a la carte + 48 in kits) total, all models
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) Internationally to Australia, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany. Italy. Japan, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, and Turkey,
Recall date
September 7, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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