The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1964-2016·Announced 2016-06-22

Staar Surgical Recalls STAAR AQ Cartridge-FP Intraocular Lens Delivery Systems

Staar Surgical Co. is recalling 2,612 units of the STAAR AQ Cartridge-FP because the device may crack during loading or delivery of intraocular lenses.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the device presents a risk of harm (cracking during delivery) without reported injuries, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Staar Surgical Co. is recalling 2,612 units of the STAAR AQ Cartridge-FP, a guide and delivery system for intraocular lenses. The recall was initiated because the device may malfunction and crack during the loading or delivery of the lenses.

The affected units were distributed in the United States. The recall involves specific product codes 1281706 and 1282812.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the affected devices and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
STAAR AQ Cartridge-FP, guide and delivery system for Intraocular lenses.
Manufacturer
Staar Surgical Co.
Affected units
2,612

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)

  • 1281706
  • 1282812

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Same manufacturer · Staar Surgical Co.

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