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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 10, 2022

The E-100 Generator (PN 374848-09) is a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU) designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems. The E-100 is installed on the Vision Cart and is connected to the system. The functions of the E-100 are initiated by the foot pedals on the Surgeon Console.

Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugical unit designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems.

Recall #
Z-1484-2022
Affected scope
505 generators
Initiated
June 22, 2022
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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. recalled The E-100 Generator (PN 374848-09) is a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU) designed to be… - a moderate-severity action.

The E-100 Generator (PN 374848-09) is a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU) designed to be… was recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in August 10, 2022. Reason: Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugica…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1484-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugica….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
August 10, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1484-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1484-2022) was formally reported on August 10, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 22, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Sunnyvale, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 505 generators.

The documented reason for this recall is: Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugical unit designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, …. 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

505 generators

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The E-100 Generator (PN 374848-09) is a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU) designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems. The E-100 is installed on the Vision Cart and is connected to the system. The functions of the E-100 are initiated by the foot pedals on the Surgeon Console.

Reason for recall

Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugical unit designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems.

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1484-2022
Date reported August 10, 2022
Date initiated June 22, 2022
Recalling firm Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Firm location Sunnyvale, CA
Affected scope 505 generators
Distribution Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, …

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

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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?
The E-100 Generator (PN 374848-09) is a bipolar electrosurgical unit (ESU) designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems. The E-100 is installed on the Vision Cart and is connected to the system. The functions of the E-100 are initiated by the foot pedals on the Surgeon Console.. Recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc.. Units affected: 505 generators.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to preventative maintenance (PM) not being performed on E-100 generators which is a bipolar electrosugical unit designed to be used with the da Vinci Xi and X systems.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 10, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1484-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY. The countries of Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Japan, Italy, Monaco, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1484-2022) 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 August 10, 2022. 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.