Steris ALYON Surgical Lighting System Recall: Buttons May Detach

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What happened, in plain English

Steris is recalling certain ALYON Surgical Lighting Systems because the plus and minus buttons that control light intensity may detach. This could cause the light to malfunction during surgery, potentially affecting the procedure.

Why it’s dangerous

The plus and minus buttons used to adjust light intensity on the light heads can detach during use. This detachment could cause the light to malfunction, potentially disrupting surgery by reducing or eliminating light in critical areas.

Who’s affected

Surgical teams using the recalled ALYON Surgical Lighting Systems are most at risk. Patients and staff in operating rooms with these specific units may experience light malfunctions.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the following Unique Device Identifiers (UDIs): 00724995223182, 00724995223137, 00724995223151, and other listed UDIs in the recall notice. These UDIs are specific to the recalled units.

Brand
Steris
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

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Look for the Unique Device Identifiers (UDIs) listed in the recall notice to confirm if your unit is affected.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The plus and minus buttons used to control light intensity on the light heads may detach, causing potential malfunction during surgery.

How do I know if my ALYON Surgical Lighting System is affected?

Check for the specific Unique Device Identifiers (UDIs) listed in the recall notice, which include numbers like 00724995223182 and 00724995223137.

What should I do if my unit is affected?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Steris Corporation directly for guidance on next steps.

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Subject: Recall Z-2450-2026 — Steris Steris

Hello,

I own a Steris that is covered by recall Z-2450-2026 from Steris.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2450-2026 (May 15, 2026) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2450-2026 to see it in context.
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Steris Corporation recalls ALYON Surgical Lighting System

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