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FDA Device recall Z-1212-2019

Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a…

On 2019-05-01 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a… by Covidien, citing sterilization method used was not consistent with the labeling and the approved sterilization method.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-1212-2019
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2019-03-13
Published2019-05-01
Last updated2026-09-13 11:55 UTC
CompanyCovidien
DistributionUS

Product

Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a variety of gynecologic, general, urologic, thoracic and endoscopic procedures for temporary grasping/clamping of tissue and small tubular structures.

Reason

Sterilization method used was not consistent with the labeling and the approved sterilization method

Identifiers

code_infoLot Numbers: P8D1335PRX P8D1336PRX P8D1605PRX

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:55 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1212-2019%22

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