Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM Potts Scissors (model 4700:470001) due to frayed grip cables that could cause injury during use. Affected units include specific batch numbers and part numbers.
Due to increased complaints regarding frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments with jaws.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Potts Scissors with model number 470001 because frayed grip cables could lead to injury. This affects specific batch numbers and part numbers listed in the recall.
Frayed grip cables on reusable surgical scissors could cause the instrument to slip or break during use, potentially leading to injury. This issue has been reported through increased complaints.
Surgical staff and hospitals using the 8MM Potts Scissors (model 470001) are most at risk. The recall targets specific batch numbers and part numbers.
Check for the model number 470001 on the scissors. Affected units include batch numbers K10230308, K11230308, and K10230517.
Inspect the grip cables for fraying or breaks. If found, stop using the scissors immediately.
The model number is 470001.
Batch numbers K10230308, K11230308, and K10230517 are affected.
Check for the model number 470001 and batch numbers K10230308, K11230308, or K10230517.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0848-2025 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-0848-2025 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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