The Recall Desk

Hazard

Tissue Damage recalls

73 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
73
Critical
4
Severe
23
Most recent
2024-11-27

Of the 73 tissue damage recalls we have scored against our rubric, 4 (5%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 23 (32%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

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1–25 of 73

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0467-2025·2024-11-27

    Bard Marquee Biopsy Instruments Recalled for Potential Needle Detachment

    Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc. is recalling Bard Marquee Disposable Core Biopsy Instrument Kits due to a manufacturing defect where some units lack a needle retention feature, risking detachment during use and potential tissue damage or bleeding.

    Product
    Bard Marquee Disposable Core Biopsy Instrument Kit: BARD MARQUEE KIT 12G X 10 CM, REF: MQK1210; BARD MARQUEE 12G X 10 CM, REF: MQ1210; BARD MARQUEE Kit 12G X 13 CM, REF: MQK1213; BARD MARQUEE 12G X 13 CM, REF: MQ1213
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0477-2025·2024-11-27

    JuggerLoc/ToggleLoc 2.9mm Drill Guide Warping in Packaging

    Biomet's JuggerLoc/ToggleLoc 2.9mm Drill Guide may warp when removed from packaging, potentially extending surgical time or causing tissue damage requiring intervention.

    Product
    JuggerLoc/ToggleLoc 2.9mm Drill Guide, Model number 110027357
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0298-2025·2024-11-20

    FDA Updates POLARx Cryoablation Catheter Instructions for Atrio-esophageal Fistula Risk

    Boston Scientific is updating instructions for POLARx and POLARx FIT cryoablation catheters to address atrio-esophageal fistula risks. The FDA classified this as a Class I recall affecting approximately 20,290 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Boston Scientific POLARx BALLOON CATHETER LT 28MM OUS, Material Number M004CRBS2100
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2724-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur 2.0mm Diamond Round Burr Thermal Hazard Recall

    Stryker recalled 1,226 iBur surgical burrs with multiple lot numbers worldwide due to potential overheating at the bur-shank connection point, which could cause tissue damage requiring medical intervention.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 2.0mm Diamond Round, Distal Bend- intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngology; and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2725-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker surgical bur may overheat and cause thermal tissue damage

    Stryker iBur surgical burs may overheat during use in neurosurgery and spine surgery, potentially causing thermal tissue damage requiring medical intervention. Approximately 2,507 units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 3.0mm Diamond Round, Distal Bend - intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngology; and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2730-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur surgical bur may overheat during bone-cutting procedures

    Stryker iBur 3.0mm Diamond Match Head surgical cutting tools may reach temperatures exceeding safe operating limits during bone surgery, potentially causing thermal tissue injury. About 2,507 units worldwide are affected.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 3.0mm Diamond Match Head, Distal Bend - intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngology
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2727-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur surgical burs recalled due to overheating risk

    Stryker Corporation recalls iBur 3.0mm surgical burs used in neurosurgery, spinal, and ENT procedures due to potential overheating at the bur-shank interface. The heat risk may cause tissue damage requiring medical intervention.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 3.0mm Coarse Diamond Round, Distal Bend - intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngolo
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2726-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur Diamond Round surgical bur recalled for thermal overheating risk

    Stryker iBur 4.0mm Diamond Round surgical burs may reach temperatures higher than specified, potentially causing thermal injury or tissue damage during bone-cutting procedures. Approximately 1,706 affected units have been distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 4.0mm Diamond Round, Distal Bend- intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngology; and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2722-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur Surgical Bur Recalled Due to Excessive Temperature Risk

    Stryker recalls iBur 3.0mm Precision Round surgical burs due to potential for excessive temperatures where the bur shank meets the bushing. Thermal injury risk may require medical intervention.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 3.0mm Precision Round, Distal Bend- Intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngology; an
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2729-2024·2024-09-04

    Stryker iBur surgical bur recalled for potential overheating at junction

    Stryker has recalled 1171 units of iBur 5.0mm surgical burs due to potential overheating at the bur shank junction. The overheating could cause thermal injury requiring medical intervention.

    Product
    Stryker iBur 5.0mm Coarse Diamond Round, Distal Bend intended to cut bone in the following manner: drilling, reaming, decorticating, shaping, dissecting, shaving, and smoothing for the following medical applications: Neuro; Spine; Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)/ Otorhinolaryngol
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2331-2024·2024-07-17

    AURORA Surgiscope System Recalled for Potential Sheath Damage

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 14 units of the AURORA Surgiscope System due to potential sheath damage that could cause tissue damage or internal bleeding.

    Product
    AURORA Surgiscope System. Sterile, single use device that contains a Sheath, Obturator, and Imager.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0590-2024·2024-05-01

    Tissue Processor Recall: HistoCore PEGASUS May Produce Damaged Specimens

    Leica is recalling 98 HistoCore PEGASUS automated tissue processors due to a protocol configuration error that can produce poorly processed or damaged biopsy specimens.

    Product
    Leica HistoCore PEGASUS (PROCESSOR, TISSUE, AUTOMATED)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1078-2024·2024-02-21

    Skin Graft Carrier Recalled for Manufacturing Ratio Defect

    Zimmer Surgical Inc. is recalling 3:1 Dermacarrier skin graft carriers due to a manufacturing defect where the ridge pattern is 1.5:1 instead of 3:1, potentially causing tissue damage or additional grafting.

    Product
    3:1 Dermacarrier, Model Number 00219501300, skin graft carrier
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0099-2024·2023-10-18

    Constellation Vision System surgical units recalled for pressure control defect

    Alcon Research recalls Constellation Vision System ophthalmic microsurgical units due to a printed circuit board design flaw that could disable pressure control, risking infection and tissue damage.

    Product
    Constellation Vision System, REF: 8065751150
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2517-2023·2023-09-13

    Philips 3D9-3v Ultrasound Transducer may separate due to bonding defect

    Philips 3D9-3v Transducer units may separate at the chassis bonding, risking electric shock and tissue damage if safety systems fail. Affected units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    3D9-3v Transducer, accessory to Philips Ultrasound Systems: EPIQ Elite; Affiniti 30, 50, and 70; ClearVue 850; HD15; iU22; and Compact 5000
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2468-2023·2023-09-06

    Chevalier Valvulotome Surgical Instrument Recalled Due to Burr Defect

    LeMaitre Vascular is recalling certain Chevalier Valvulotome surgical instruments used in vein-graft procedures due to burrs on the cutting tip that may tear the harvested vein. The recall affects 225 units distributed internationally.

    Product
    The Chevalier Valvulotome is a device used to disrupt the valves of veins which are to be used as grafts in the in situ or non-reversed bypass procedure. The Chevalier Valvulotome consists of a 70 cm stainless steel shaft with two tips: 1) the cutting tip is shaped like an invert
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1463-2023·2023-05-03

    VersaOne Reusable Positioning Cannula Recalled for Internal Metal Burr

    Covidien LP is recalling 145 units of the VersaOne Reusable Positioning Cannula due to a manufacturing defect that may create a metal burr inside the device at the weld joint.

    Product
    VersaOne Reusable Positioning Cannula 8 mm Standard, Model Number RC8STS
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1397-2023·2023-04-26

    Habib EndoHPB Bipolar RF Catheter Recalled Due to Thermal Injury Risk

    Boston Scientific recalls the Habib EndoHPB Bipolar RF Catheter used in pancreatic and biliary procedures due to inaccurate instructions that could result in excessive energy delivery and thermal injury.

    Product
    Habib EndoHPB Bipolar Radiofrequency (RF) Catheter 8F (2.7mm). A radiofrequency (RF) catheter which provides bipolar energy to perform partial or complete ablation of tissue in the pancreatic and biliary tracts. UPN: M00500070
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0197-2023·2022-11-16

    Orthopedic Surgical Blade Recall Due to Incorrect Configuration

    Beaver Arthro-Lok surgical blades may have been configured to curve right instead of left. If used during surgery, the incorrect curve could cause unintended tissue damage.

    Product
    Beaver Arthro-Lok Pointed Tip Curve L 4mm Blade-an orthopedic blade, which may be used in various types of orthopedic surgery (i.e. foot, ankle, hand, knee, hip or spine surgery). Catalog#: 376780
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    7 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0817-2022·2022-03-30

    Codman Cranial Access Kits Recalled Due to Incorrect Expiration Dates on Labels

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 1,161 Codman Cranial Access Kits due to incorrect expiration dates on the outer box labels. Using the product past its correct expiration date may cause pain, infection, or adverse tissue reaction.

    Product
    Codman Cranial Access Kits- indicated when a craniotomy is required for placement of an intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring device and/or cerebrospinal fluid drainage procedures. Product umber: 826614
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0702-2022·2022-03-09

    da Vinci Surgical Cannula Reducer Metal Tip May Dislodge During Surgery

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling the da Vinci Xi and X 12-8 mm Conductive Cannula Reducer because the metal tip may dislodge from the plastic shaft. If unnoticed, additional surgery may be needed, or energy leakage could cause tissue damage.

    Product
    da Vinci Xi and X 12-8 mm Conductive Cannula Reducer, REF: 470381-11
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0634-2022·2022-02-16

    Universal Chuck Surgical Instrument Handle May Detach and Release Ball Bearings

    The Universal Chuck instrument handle may loosen and release ball bearings onto the surgical field. If not recovered, these bearings could delay surgery and potentially cause infection or tissue damage.

    Product
    Universal Chuck-The Universal Chuck is an Instrument Handle provided as an alternative instrument available for use in the TN-ADVANCED" Tibial Nailing System (TNA), TFN-ADVANCED" Proximal Femoral Nailing System (TFNA), RFN-ADVANCED" Retrograde Femoral Nailing System (RFNA), FRN-A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0415-2022·2021-12-29

    Surgical Suction Instruments Recalled for Calibration Defect Risk

    Acclarent's TruDi NAV Suction Instruments may be incorrectly calibrated, affecting surgical navigation accuracy. If undetected, the error could cause tissue damage, arterial injury, or nerve damage.

    Product
    TruDi NAV Suction Instruments: 0-Degree, REF: TDNS000Z; 70-Degree, REF: TDNS070Z; and 90-Degree, REF: TDNS090Z
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    39 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2240-2021·2021-08-18

    Covidien Sonicision Surgical Generator Recalled for Manufacturing Defect Risk

    Covidien recalls 96 units of its Sonicision Reusable Generator surgical device due to a manufacturing assembly error that may cause device malfunction, thermal burns, or tissue damage. The defect may also disable the audio indicator that signals device activation.

    Product
    Covidien Sonicision Reusable Generator-converts electrical power from the battery pack to ultrasonic energy to drive the active blade. Product Number: SCGAA
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0748-2021·2021-01-06

    FDA Recalls Covidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Loading Units

    FDA is recalling specific lots of Covidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Loading Units due to a damaged internal component that may prevent adequate hemostasis.

    Product
    Covidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Loading Unit with DST Series Technology 30 mm- V3. Intended for abdominal, gynecological, pediatric and thoracic surgical procedures for resection or transection of tissue. Item Number: TA30V3L
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide