The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0219-2019·Announced 2018-10-31

Nakanishi Surgical Handpiece Recall for Updated Reprocessing Instructions

Nakanishi Inc. is recalling 12 SGS-E surgical handpieces to replace operation manuals with updated reprocessing instructions for manual cleaning and autoclave sterilization.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a moderate severity score. The issue involves updated reprocessing instructions rather than a reported injury or a high-risk pathogen, fitting the criteria for minor labeling or documentation issues.

Plain-English summary

Nakanishi Inc. is recalling 12 units of the SGS-E Surgical Handpiece (Order Code: H084) to replace previous operation manuals. The recall is necessary because reprocessing instructions for the SGS/SGA Surgical Handpieces have been updated to include specific parameters for manual cleaning and autoclave sterilization.

The affected units are identified by serial numbers FL400001 through FL400005, FL500008 through FL500010, and FL400012 through FL400015. These devices were distributed in the United States to California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Washington, as well as internationally to Canada. The handpieces are intended for surgical use, including drilling and tapping the maxilla and mandible for dental implants.

Users should replace the previous operation manual (OM-H0035E001) with the new operation manual to ensure proper reprocessing of the devices.

The recalled product

Product
Surgical Handpiece, Model: SGS-E, Order Code: H084, Nakanishi Inc. The SGS/SGA Surgical Handpieces are intended for surgical use. Typical usage includes dental implant use: drilling and tapping the maxilla and mandible.
Manufacturer
Nakanishi Inc.
Affected units
12

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (4)

  • Previous Operation Manual: OM-H0035E001 Model Name: SGS-E Order Code: H084
  • Serial Nos. FL400001 - FL400005
  • FL500008 - FL500010
  • FL400012-FL400015.

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 8 recalled by Nakanishi Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 8 products in this recall →