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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 27, 2017

Rezum System, Vapor BPH Ablation System, Model Number D2201-003. NxThera Inc. 7351 Kirkwood Lane Suite 138 Maple Grove, MN 55369 USA. Intended to relieve symptoms, obstructions, and reduce prostate tissue associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for men greater or equal to 50 years of age with a prostate volume greater than or equal to 30cm3 and less than or equal to 80cm3. The Rezum System is also indicated for treatment of prostates with hyperplasia of the central

Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into and retracted from prostate tissue to deliver treatments.

Recall #
Z-0262-2018
Affected scope
113 units total
Initiated
July 28, 2017
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Nxthera recalled Rezum System, Vapor BPH Ablation System, Model Number D2201-003. NxThera Inc. 7351 Kirkwo… - a moderate-severity action.

Rezum System, Vapor BPH Ablation System, Model Number D2201-003. NxThera Inc. 7351 Kirkwo… was recalled by Nxthera in December 27, 2017. Reason: Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into an…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0262-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Nxthera issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into an….

Moderate
severity level
113 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
December 27, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0262-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0262-2018) was formally reported on December 27, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 28, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Nxthera is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Maple Grove, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 113 units total.

The documented reason for this recall is: Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into and retracted from prostate tissue to deliver treatments. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: USA Distribution to the states of : AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, UT, WA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

113 units total

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Rezum System, Vapor BPH Ablation System, Model Number D2201-003. NxThera Inc. 7351 Kirkwood Lane Suite 138 Maple Grove, MN 55369 USA. Intended to relieve symptoms, obstructions, and reduce prostate tissue associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for men greater or equal to 50 years of age with a prostate volume greater than or equal to 30cm3 and less than or equal to 80cm3. The Rezum System is also indicated for treatment of prostates with hyperplasia of the central zone and/or a median lobe.

Reason for recall

Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into and retracted from prostate tissue to deliver treatments.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0262-2018
Date reported December 27, 2017
Date initiated July 28, 2017
Recalling firm Nxthera
Firm location Maple Grove, MN
Affected scope 113 units total
Distribution USA Distribution to the states of : AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, UT, WA.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

113 units total units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Rezum System, Vapor BPH Ablation System, Model Number D2201-003. NxThera Inc. 7351 Kirkwood Lane Suite 138 Maple Grove, MN 55369 USA. Intended to relieve symptoms, obstructions, and reduce prostate tissue associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is indicated for men greater or equal to 50 years of age with a prostate volume greater than or equal to 30cm3 and less than or equal to 80cm3. The Rezum System is also indicated for treatment of prostates with hyperplasia of the central zone and/or a median lobe.. Recalled by Nxthera. Units affected: 113 units total.
Why was this product recalled?
Needle Bond may not be able to withstand the tension force applied when the shaped needle is deployed into and retracted from prostate tissue to deliver treatments.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 27, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0262-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: USA Distribution to the states of : AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, UT, WA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0262-2018) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported December 27, 2017. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.