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da Vinci S. Surgical System, da Vinci Si and da Vinci Si-e Surgical Systems. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. Sunnyvale, CA 9408

FDA device recall Z-1202-2012 · posted 2012-03-13 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Reason for recall
The holding brake, a component of the da Vinci S Surgical System, may allow passive uncontrolled motion due to gravity during specific power-off conditions.
Action taken
Intuitive Surgical sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated February 3, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter provided new instructions for use. Additionally, a Device Correction Response Form was enclosed for customers to complete and return via fax to 408-523-1390. Contact Intuitive Surgical Customer Service at 1-800-876-1310 for questions regarding this notice.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
NAY
Quantity affected
1966 systems are in commerce at hospital locations.
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution.
Date initiated
2012-02-06
Date posted
2012-03-13
Date terminated
2012-05-09
Location
Sunnyvale, CA

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