Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM Long Tip Forceps (model 471048) due to frayed grip cables that could cause injury during use. Affected units include specific batch numbers from K10230330 to K10240822.
Due to increased complaints regarding frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments with jaws.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Long Tip Forceps with model number 471048 because frayed or broken grip cables could lead to injury. This recall affects specific batch numbers of the product sold between certain dates.
Frayed or broken grip cables on reusable surgical instruments could cause the forceps to slip or malfunction during procedures, potentially leading to injury to the user or patient.
Surgical professionals and hospitals that use these forceps are most at risk. The recall applies to specific batch numbers of the product sold to medical facilities.
Check the model number (471048) and batch numbers listed: K10230330 through K10240822. The product is sold under the brand Intuitive Surgical.
Verify the model number (471048) and batch numbers (K10230330 to K10240822) to confirm if your forceps are affected.
Frayed or broken grip cables on reusable surgical instruments could cause the forceps to slip or malfunction during procedures, potentially leading to injury.
Batch numbers K10230330 through K10240822.
The recall does not require immediate stoppage; however, you should check if your forceps are affected and take action if they are.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0872-2025 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-0872-2025 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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