Alcon recalls specific ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knives due to sharpness complaints. Affected models include 8065771540 with certain batch numbers. Consumers should check their product 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 that have been reported to be too sharp. This could lead to injury if used improperly. The recall affects certain model numbers and batch dates.
The knives have been reported to be too sharp, which could cause injury if mishandled during surgical procedures. This sharpness issue is related to the specific model and batch numbers.
Ophthalmic surgeons and medical professionals who use the ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife 1.0mm Dual Bevel Model 8065771540. Those with the specific batch numbers listed are most at risk.
Check for the model number 8065771540 on the knife. Look for batch numbers including 1668D7, 167PRA, 167PTK, 168NMF, 169KL4, 169KTP, 16ALPE, 16ALTU, 16AV18, 16DDPR, or 16DDRU.
Identify the model number and batch numbers on your ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife to determine if it is affected.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaints about the sharpness of specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Corneal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Batch numbers 1668D7, 167PRA, 167PTK, 168NMF, 169KL4, 169KTP, 16ALPE, 16ALTU, 16AV18, 16DDPR, and 16DDRU are affected.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; check the product details to see if your knife is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1924-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-1924-2024 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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