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FDA Devices Critical Class I Ongoing

KINOVA Jaco assistive robot. Model Numbers: PJ 0000 0001, PJ 0000 0012, PJ 0090 0001, PJ 0090 0006, KR MJ2 0001. Jaco replaces the function of the upper limb on one side of the body.

Reported: October 23, 2024 Initiated: August 22, 2024 #Z-0049-2025

Product Description

KINOVA Jaco assistive robot. Model Numbers: PJ 0000 0001, PJ 0000 0012, PJ 0090 0001, PJ 0090 0006, KR MJ2 0001. Jaco replaces the function of the upper limb on one side of the body.

Reason for Recall

Potential installation issue that could result in a fire hazard in the event of an interaction between a damaged Jaco arm and a wheelchair exhibiting electrical leakage.

Details

Recalling Firm
Kinova Inc
Units Affected
949 units
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of California, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio and the countries of Australia, Canada, China, Czechia, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Switzerland, Great Britain, Northern Ireland.
Location
Montreal

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
KINOVA Jaco assistive robot. Model Numbers: PJ 0000 0001, PJ 0000 0012, PJ 0090 0001, PJ 0090 0006, KR MJ2 0001. Jaco replaces the function of the upper limb on one side of the body.. Recalled by Kinova Inc. Units affected: 949 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential installation issue that could result in a fire hazard in the event of an interaction between a damaged Jaco arm and a wheelchair exhibiting electrical leakage.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 23, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0049-2025.