Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM FORCE BIPOLAR IS4000 surgical instruments with frayed grip cables that could cause injury during use. Affected models include specific batch numbers listed in the recall notice.
Due to increased complaints regarding frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments with jaws.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM FORCE BIPOLAR IS4000 surgical instruments that have reported frayed or broken grip cables. This could lead to injury if the instrument slips during surgery.
Frayed or broken grip cables on the instruments could cause the instrument to slip during surgery, potentially leading to injury to the patient or the surgical team. This is a safety issue that requires careful handling.
Surgical professionals and hospitals that own or use the recalled 8MM FORCE BIPOLAR IS4000 instruments. Those using the instruments without proper checks for frayed cables are at higher risk.
Check for the model number 471405 and batch numbers listed in the recall notice, such as K10221204 through K10231130 and other specified batch ranges. The instruments are used in surgical procedures.
Inspect the grip cables for fraying or breaks before use. If found, stop using the instrument immediately.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical directly for assistance with the recall process.
The affected models are the 8MM FORCE BIPOLAR IS4000 with model number 471405 and specific batch numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model number 471405 and batch numbers such as K10221204 through K10231130 as listed in the recall notice.
Stop using the instrument immediately and contact Intuitive Surgical for further 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-0883-2025 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-0883-2025 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.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
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.
