The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2838-2026·Announced 2026-08-12

Boston Scientific Radial Jaw 4 Biopsy Forceps Recalled Due to Sterile Barrier Breach Risk

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling specific Radial Jaw 4 Standard Capacity Biopsy Forceps because there is a potential for a breach in the sterile barrier of the device packaging.

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, which involves a remote possibility of adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling Radial Jaw 4 Standard Capacity Biopsy Forceps. The recall is being conducted due to a potential for a breach in the sterile barrier of the device packaging.

This recall affects specific models and lot numbers distributed nationwide in the United States and internationally. Affected products include Radial Jaw 4 SC 240cm (UPN M00513401, M00513402) and Radial Jaw 4 SC w/ Needle 240cm (UPN M00513411).

Distributors and healthcare providers should check their inventory for the affected lot numbers and contact Boston Scientific Corporation for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Radial Jaw 4 Standard Capacity Biopsy Forceps with the following descriptions and UPN: 1. Radial Jaw 4 SC 240cm Box 20; Outer Box UPN: M00513401; Inner Box UPN: M00513400. 2. Radial Jaw 4 SC 240cm Box 40; Outer Box UPN: M00513402; Inner Box UPN: M00513400. 3. Radia

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 33 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 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 3 products in this recall →