Alcon recalls specific ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knives due to sharpness complaints. Affected models have catalog number 8065771541. Consumers should check if their knife matches the listed details.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Corneal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Alcon is recalling specific ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knives because complaints indicate they are too sharp. This could lead to injury if used improperly during eye surgery procedures.
The knives have been reported to be excessively sharp, which could cause injury if mishandled during eye surgery. This sharpness issue is not a safety hazard in normal use but may pose a risk during precise surgical procedures.
Ophthalmologists and eye care professionals who use the ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife 1.2mm Dual Bevel model with catalog number 8065771541 are most at risk. The recall affects a small number of units sold in the U.S.
Check for the catalog number 8065771541 on the knife's label. The product was sold with lot numbers 168NME, 168NND, or 16AV17. The software version is N/A.
Look for the catalog number 8065771541 and lot numbers 168NME, 168NND, or 16AV17 on the knife's label.
No, the recall is due to complaints about sharpness during eye surgery procedures, not a general safety hazard.
Check for the catalog number 8065771541 and lot numbers 168NME, 168NND, or 16AV17 on the knife's label.
The recall does not require immediate action; check the details and contact Alcon if you have the affected model.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1925-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-1925-2024 from Alcon. 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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