Intuitive Surgical recalls da Vinci S Si Tenaculum Forceps instruments due to frayed or broken pitch cables, which could cause injury during surgery. Affected instruments have model number 420207.
Due to increased in complaints regarding frayed or broken pitch cables on reusable surgical instruments
Intuitive Surgical is recalling da Vinci S and Si Tenaculum Forceps instruments because complaints show frayed or broken pitch cables. This could lead to injury during surgery if the cables fail while operating.
The instruments use mechanical tungsten cables that transmit motion from the control system to the surgical tool. If the pitch cables fray or break, they could cause the instrument to malfunction during surgery, potentially leading to injury to the patient.
Surgical teams using da Vinci S or Si systems with model number 420207 are most at risk. These instruments are used in endoscopic procedures by medical professionals.
Check for model number 420207 on the instrument. The product is sold under the da Vinci S or Si system and includes reusable surgical tools like forceps, scalpels, and retractors.
Inspect the instrument for any signs of frayed or broken pitch cables. If found, stop using it immediately.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical directly to confirm if your instrument is affected and get instructions for replacement or repair.
The recall is due to increased complaints about frayed or broken pitch cables on reusable surgical instruments, which could cause injury during surgery.
Look for model number 420207 on the instrument. The da Vinci S or Si system includes reusable surgical tools like forceps, scalpels, and retractors.
Inspect the instrument for frayed or broken pitch cables. If found, stop using it immediately and contact Intuitive Surgical for replacement or repair instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1700-2026 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-1700-2026 from Intuitive Surgical. 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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