The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1398-2019·Announced 2019-05-29

Boston Scientific Recalls Auriga 30 Laser Systems Due to Power Degradation

Boston Scientific is recalling specific Auriga 30 laser systems because a mechanical cooling issue may cause faster-than-normal power degradation and low power errors.

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, and the device is designed to stop emitting laser pulses upon error, indicating a low-risk functional defect without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling specific Auriga 30 General Demo Systems. The recall involves one unit with serial number 21302949 that was distributed worldwide to various countries including Australia, Belgium, Brazil, and the United States.

The recall is due to a potential issue in the mechanical cooling system that may cause the console to exhibit faster than normal power degradation. This issue can lead to a low power error (1301) being displayed on the screen. The console is designed to stop emitting laser pulses and enter a stand-by mode after this error message is displayed.

Healthcare facilities and users should identify if they possess the affected serial number and contact Boston Scientific for further instructions. The device is intended for use in surgical procedures to perform incision, excision, and other soft tissue treatments.

The recalled product

Product
AURIGA 30 GENERAL - DEMO SYSTEM UPN: M0068S30GD0 Product Usage: The Auriga XL 4007 Laser System and the Auriga 30 Laser System including a fiber optic delivery system is intended to be used in surgical procedures such as open, laparoscopic and endoscopic, to perform inci
Affected units
1

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 (1)

  • Serial Number: 21302949

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 9 recalled by Boston Scientific Corporation 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 9 products in this recall →