Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM curved bipolar dissectors with model 471344 due to frayed grip cables that could break during use, posing a risk of injury.
Due to increased complaints regarding frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments with jaws.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM curved bipolar dissectors with model number 471344 because frayed or broken grip cables could cause injury during use. This affects medical devices used in surgeries.
Frayed or broken grip cables on these surgical tools could lead to the instrument slipping or malfunctioning during procedures. This poses a risk of injury to the user or patient.
Medical professionals who use these surgical tools are most at risk. The recall applies to reusable instruments used in operating rooms.
Check for the model number 471344 on the instrument. The batch numbers listed in the recall include K10230302 through K16240508.
Inspect the grip cables for fraying or breaks before use.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical for guidance on next steps.
The model number is 471344.
Check for the model number 471344 and batch numbers listed in the recall (K10230302 through K16240508).
The recall does not specify a fix; users should check for frayed cables and contact the manufacturer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0881-2025 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-0881-2025 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.
