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ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1716-2017·Announced 2017-04-12

Intuitive Surgical Recalls da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kits

Intuitive Surgical is recalling da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kits because misinterpretation of instructions may result in tool damage.

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. The stated hazard is tool damage due to instruction misinterpretation, which aligns with the rubric for moderate severity involving potential device malfunction without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is recalling the da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kit (SRK), model number 470298, part number 381381-01. The recall involves 2,059 units shipped worldwide, including the United States and various international locations.

The recall was initiated because Intuitive Surgical determined that misinterpretation of the instructions provided on the IS4000 Stapler Release Kit instruction card may result in damage to the tool. The device is intended for use with the da Vinci Xi Surgical System for general, thoracic, gynecologic, and urologic surgery.

Healthcare facilities and users should stop using the affected kits and contact Intuitive Surgical for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
STAPLER,IS4000; da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kit (SRK); model number 470298. da Vinci Xi Czech SRK General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical EndoWrist Stapler 45, Stapler 45 Reloads and other Stapler Accessories are intended to be used with the da Vinci¿
Affected units
2,059

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)

  • Part number: 381381-01

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 16 recalled by Intuitive Surgical, 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 16 products in this recall →