Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM Suturecut Needle Driver models with frayed or broken grip cables that could cause injury during surgical procedures.
Due to increased complaints regarding frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments with jaws.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Suturecut Needle Drivers with frayed or broken grip cables. These issues could lead to injury during surgical procedures if the instrument slips or breaks.
The grip cables on these reusable surgical instruments can fray or break during use, potentially causing the instrument to slip or break mid-procedure. This could lead to injury to the patient or the surgical team if the instrument slips or breaks unexpectedly.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the recalled 8MM Suturecut Needle Drivers with specific model and batch numbers. Those handling the instruments during procedures are at highest risk.
Check for model number 471296 and batch numbers listed in the recall notice. The product is sold under the brand Intuitive Surgical for surgical use.
Inspect the grip cables for fraying or breaks before use. If found, stop using the instrument immediately.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical for guidance on safe handling or replacement options if the instrument is recalled.
Model number 471296 with batch numbers K10221111, K10221113, K10230112, and others listed in the recall notice.
Check for model number 471296 and batch numbers from the list provided in the recall notice.
If you find frayed or broken cables, stop using it immediately. Otherwise, continue using with caution as the hazard is not immediate.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0879-2025 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-0879-2025 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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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.
