Trimble RTS873 Robotic Total Station Green Laser Safety Issue
Trimble is recalling 127 RTS873 robotic total stations because the green aiming laser output power may exceed its Class 2 laser safety classification. Units were produced between October 2023 and February 12, 2025 and distributed in the US, South Korea, and United Kingdom.
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: This is an FDA Class II recall. The source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or actual harm from the laser exposure. The hazard is a potential deviation from the intended safety classification, making this a precautionary recall without reported adverse events.
Plain-English summary
Trimble Ab is recalling approximately 127 RTS873 robotic total stations distributed in the United States, South Korea, and United Kingdom.
The RTS873 is designed for construction professionals and features an integrated green aiming laser system for improved visibility and accuracy during layout tasks. An issue has been identified in the production of these units that may result in the green aiming laser output power exceeding its intended Class 2 laser safety classification.
The affected instruments were produced from October 2023 through February 12, 2025. Users who operate these devices may be exposed to laser output that does not meet the safety standard for which the product is classified.
Customers in possession of an affected RTS873 should contact Trimble Ab for further guidance regarding the issue and any corrective actions or replacement options.
The recalled product
- Product
- The Trimble RTS873 robotic total station is a solution designed for construction professionals seeking precision, efficiency, and reliability in their layout tasks. The integrated Class 2 green aiming laser system enhances visibility and accuracy, even on uneven surfaces. It is i
- Manufacturer
- Trimble Ab
- Hazard
- laser-safety
- output-power-exceeds-classification
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 (2)
- Trimble RTS873 instruments produced from October 2023 to February 12
- 2025.
Distribution
Distribution scope not specified by the agency.
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