Richard Wolf GmbH recalls
Every recall we track for Richard Wolf GmbH — 10 in all, from 2017–2025 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Richard Wolf GmbH peaked in 2023 (4); 10 since 2017.
All FDA recall records for Richard Wolf GmbH since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What to do if you have a recalled Richard Wolf GmbH product
- Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall.
- Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals.
- Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
All Richard Wolf GmbH recalls
7 shown- Use cautionMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls PiezoWave 2 Control Unit, Product Number 100506US, compact myofascial acoustic compression therapy device that enables
Richard Wolf recalls PiezoWave 2 Control Units with serial numbers 5000553232-5000553506 due to potential capacitor failure causing smoke and burning smell. Affected units may require replacement.
Richard WolfApr 9, 2025 - Use cautionMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls FLEX. BIOPSY FORCEPS 5FR WL 550MM, Product Number 829.051
Richard Wolf recalls FLEX Biopsy Forceps 5FR WL 550MM with potential inability to open jaws when endoscope shaft bends 90 degrees. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
Richard WolfMar 24, 2023 - UnratedMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls CUTTING ELECTRODE BIPO 24.5FR, REF 4653.1323
Richard Wolf recalls Cutting Electrode BIPO 24.5FR model 4653.1323 with BIVAP electrode risk. Affected units sold in 2021; stop using immediately.
Richard WolfJun 25, 2021 - Lower riskMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls Tube Set for TEM - Product Usage: Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM) combination system and the instrument set for
Richard Wolf recalls TEM Tube Sets with small diameter tube material that may cause improper use during transanal endoscopic procedures. Affected units include Lot 32324159, Model 4170.801.
Richard WolfJun 5, 2020 - Use cautionMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls Richard Wolf Bronchoscope Tubes, Model Texas. Device is reusable and should be sterilized prior to each use. Product
Richard Wolf recalls Texas Bronchoscope Tubes (model numbers 825200641-825211430) manufactured from Oct 2006 to Aug 2018 due to potential loosening of cemented areas, which could affect safety during medical procedures.
Richard WolfOct 17, 2018 - Lower riskMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls RICHARD WOLF TUBE SET FOR TEM, REF 4170.801. Used for the transanal endoscopic microsurgery.
Richard Wolf recalls tube set model 4170.801 for transanal endoscopic surgery due to risk of mixed tube ends. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
Richard WolfMar 11, 2018 - Use cautionMedical device
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls Artholine Punch B 4, 6MM H 1, 6MM, used for the removal of soft tissue, cartilage tissue or other non-osseous tissue
Richard Wolf recalls Artholine Punch B 4 surgical tools due to potential burr injury risk when opening the device. Affected units have product number 89140.0105 and lot number 4500197481.
Richard WolfJul 24, 2017
Richard Wolf GmbH recall questions
How many recalls has Richard Wolf GmbH had?
10 recalls from Richard Wolf GmbH are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2017–2025.
What is the most recent Richard Wolf GmbH recall?
Richard Wolf GmbH recalls PiezoWave 2 Control Unit, Product Number 100506US, compact myofascial acoustic compression therapy device that enables, dated Apr 9, 2025. Every Richard Wolf GmbH recall is listed on this page, newest first.
What should I do if I have a recalled Richard Wolf GmbH product?
Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall. Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
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