Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported December 11, 2013
Assembly, Patient Side Manipulator on da Vinci Surgical Systems: da Vinci S Surgical System; da Vinci SI Surgical System da Vinci Si-e Surgical System; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instrument Control System (Intuitive Surgical da Vinci Surgical System Model IS2000/3000) is intended to assist in the accurate control of Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instruments including rigid endoscopes, blunt and sharp endoscopic dissectors,
Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt by the surgeon as resistance in the movement of the master.In this situ…
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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. recalled Assembly, Patient Side Manipulator on da Vinci Surgical Systems: da Vinci S Surgical Sys… - a moderate-severity action.
Assembly, Patient Side Manipulator on da Vinci Surgical Systems: da Vinci S Surgical Sys… was recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in December 11, 2013. Reason: Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt b…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0436-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt b….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 1K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- December 11, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0436-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0436-2014) was formally reported on December 11, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 11, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Sunnyvale, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,386.
The documented reason for this recall is: Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt by the surgeon as resistance in the movement of the master.In this situation, the instrument can stall momentar… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and to countries of: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Columbia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, S. Korea, Luxembourg, Mexico, …. 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.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
1,386
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Product description
Assembly, Patient Side Manipulator on da Vinci Surgical Systems: da Vinci S Surgical System; da Vinci SI Surgical System da Vinci Si-e Surgical System; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instrument Control System (Intuitive Surgical da Vinci Surgical System Model IS2000/3000) is intended to assist in the accurate control of Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instruments including rigid endoscopes, blunt and sharp endoscopic dissectors, scissors, scalpels, ultrasonic shears, forceps/pick-ups, needle holders, endoscopic retractors, stabilizers, electro cautery and accessories for endoscopic manipulation of tissue, including grasping, cutting, blunt and sharp dissection, approximation, ligation, electro cautery, suturing, and delivery and placement of microwave and cryogenic ablation probes and accessories, during urologic surgical procedures, general laparoscopic surgical procedures, gynecologic laparoscopic surgical procedures, general cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular thoracoscopic surgical procedures and thoracoscopically-assisted cardiotomy procedures. The system is indicated for adult and pediatric use
Reason for recall
Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt by the surgeon as resistance in the movement of the master.In this situation, the instrument can stall momentarily and then suddenly catch-up to the master position if the surgeon pushes through the resistance.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0436-2014 |
| Date reported | December 11, 2013 |
| Date initiated | November 11, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Intuitive Surgical, Inc. |
| Firm location | Sunnyvale, CA |
| Affected scope | 1,386 |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and to countries of: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Columbia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, S. Korea, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands,… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Assembly, Patient Side Manipulator on da Vinci Surgical Systems: da Vinci S Surgical System; da Vinci SI Surgical System da Vinci Si-e Surgical System; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical Sunnyvale, CA 94086. The Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instrument Control System (Intuitive Surgical da Vinci Surgical System Model IS2000/3000) is intended to assist in the accurate control of Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instruments including rigid endoscopes, blunt and sharp endoscopic dissectors, scissors, scalpels, ultrasonic shears, forceps/pick-ups, needle holders, endoscopic retractors, stabilizers, electro cautery and accessories for endoscopic manipulation of tissue, including grasping, cutting, blunt and sharp dissection, approximation, ligation, electro cautery, suturing, and delivery and placement of microwave and cryogenic ablation probes and accessories, during urologic surgical procedures, general laparoscopic surgical procedures, gynecologic laparoscopic surgical procedures, general cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular thoracoscopic surgical procedures and thoracoscopically-assisted cardiotomy procedures. The system is indicated for adult and pediatric use. Recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc.. Units affected: 1,386.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Reports of friction within certain instrument arms can interrupt smooth instrument motion. This can be felt by the surgeon as resistance in the movement of the master.In this situation, the instrument can stall momentarily and then suddenly catch-up to the master position if the surgeon pushes through the resistance.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 11, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0436-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and to countries of: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Columbia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, S. Korea, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Romania. Russian Federation, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0436-2014) 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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