The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1720-2017·Announced 2017-04-12

Intuitive Surgical Recalls da Vinci Xi Stapler Release Kits

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

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the stated hazard is limited to tool damage with no reported injuries or illnesses, aligning with the criteria for a Low severity score.

Plain-English summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is recalling the da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kit (SRK), model number 470298. The recall involves 2,059 units shipped worldwide, including distribution across the United States and numerous 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 various surgical procedures.

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

The recalled product

Product
STAPLER,IS4000; da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kit (SRK); model number 470298. da Vinci Xi Norwegian 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 Vin
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: 381393-01

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 →