RecallDepth

Endo GIA Auto Suture Universal Articulating Loading Unit for use in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomosis.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued February 16, 2018).

Company
Covidien Llc
Recall Initiated
September 13, 2017
Posted
February 16, 2018
Terminated
June 28, 2019
Recall Number
Z-0636-2018
Quantity
3,816
Firm Location
North Haven, CT
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

Potential for failure of the device safety interlock. The safety interlock prevents an empty single-use loading unit from being fired a second time.

Distribution

Nationally

Lot / Code Info

N7F1058KX, N7F1121KX, N7F1056KX, N7F1057KX

Root Cause

Under Investigation by firm

Action Taken

All consignees were notified via Federal Express or certified mail on September 13, 2017, and the letter informs customers of the potential for failure of the device safety interlock and the actions they should take. Customers are requested to acknowledge receipt and understanding of the Urgent Field Corrective Action Notice. All in control inventory and product returned from customers will be scrapped.

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