Ethicon recalls HARMONIC ACE Shears with possible internal component causing unintended activation. Affected models include specific product codes and GTINs. Consumers should contact Ethicon for details.
The devices may have been assembled with an internal component that may cause continuous or inadvertent activation of the device.
Ethicon is recalling HARMONIC ACE Shears that may have an internal component causing unintended activation. This could lead to the shears turning on without user control during medical procedures.
The shears may activate unintentionally due to an internal component that could cause continuous or inadvertent operation. This poses a risk during surgical procedures where precise control is critical.
Medical professionals using the HARMONIC ACE Shears for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these shears could be affected if the device activates unexpectedly.
Check for product codes listed in the recall: HAR36, GTIN 10705036014447, and specific model numbers like N93923, N9392K, and others listed in the recall notice.
Identify the product code and GTIN from the shears to confirm if they are affected by this recall.
The recall is due to a potential internal component that may cause continuous or inadvertent activation of the shears during use.
Contact Ethicon directly to confirm if your specific model is affected and to get instructions on next steps.
Yes, patients undergoing surgery with these shears could be at risk if the device activates unexpectedly during procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2049-2018 — Ethicon Ethicon Hello, I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-2049-2018 from Ethicon. 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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