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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 3, 2019

Maquet VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights- Product Code: ARD568811911 Model: VLT600SF AIM STP

Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk of particles falling into the surgical field during surgery that may …

Recall #
Z-1854-2019
Affected scope
65 units
Initiated
May 28, 2019
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Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc recalled Maquet VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights- Product Code: ARD568811911 Model: VLT600SF AIM … — a moderate-severity action.

Maquet VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights- Product Code: ARD568811911 Model: VLT600SF AIM … was recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc in July 3, 2019. Reason: Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1854-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk ….

Moderate
severity level
65 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 3, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1854-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1854-2019) was formally reported on July 3, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 28, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Wayne, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 65 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk of particles falling into the surgical field during surgery that may result in patient infection Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide, ALBANIA GHANA PORTUGAL ARGENTINA HONG KONG ROMANIA AUSTRIA HUNGARY RUSSIA AUSTRALIA INDIA SAUDI ARABIA AZERBAIJAN IRAN SINGAPORE BAHAMAS IRELAND SLOVAKIA BANGLADESH IRAQ SLOVEN…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

65 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Maquet VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights- Product Code: ARD568811911 Model: VLT600SF AIM STP

Reason for recall

Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk of particles falling into the surgical field during surgery that may result in patient infection

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-1854-2019
Date reported July 3, 2019
Date initiated May 28, 2019
Recalling firm Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc
Firm location Wayne, NJ
Affected scope 65 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide, ALBANIA GHANA PORTUGAL ARGENTINA HONG KONG ROMANIA AUSTRIA HUNGARY RUSSIA AUSTRALIA INDIA SAUDI ARABIA AZERBAIJAN IRAN SINGAPORE BAHAMAS IRELAND SLOVAKIA BANGLADESH IRAQ SLOVENIA BELGIUM ISRAEL SO…

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

Scale of Impact

65 units 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?
Maquet VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights- Product Code: ARD568811911 Model: VLT600SF AIM STP. Recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc. Units affected: 65 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential that the coating of the light head forks on the VOLISTA Surgical Lights may crack, posing the risk of particles falling into the surgical field during surgery that may result in patient infection
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 3, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1854-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide, ALBANIA GHANA PORTUGAL ARGENTINA HONG KONG ROMANIA AUSTRIA HUNGARY RUSSIA AUSTRALIA INDIA SAUDI ARABIA AZERBAIJAN IRAN SINGAPORE BAHAMAS IRELAND SLOVAKIA BANGLADESH IRAQ SLOVENIA BELGIUM ISRAEL SOUTH AFRICA BOLIVIA ITALY SOUTH KOREA BRAZIL JAPAN SPAIN BULGARIA JORDAN SWEDEN CAMEROON LATVIA SWITZERLAND CANADA LEBANON TAIWAN CHILE LUXEMBOURG TANZANIA CHINA MALAYSIA THAILAND COLOMBIA MEXICO TRINIDAD and TOBAGO COSTA RICA MOLDAVA TURKEY CROATIA MOZAMBIQUE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES CUBA MYANMAR UNITED KINGDOM CZECH REPUBLIC NETHERLANDS VIETNAM DENMARK NAMIBIA VENEZUELA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC NIGERIA YEMEN ECUADOR NORWAY ZIMBABWE EGYPT NEW ZEALAND ESTONIA OMAN ESWATINI PAKISTAN FINLAND PANAMA FRANCE PARAGUAY GERMANY POLAND.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1854-2019) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported July 3, 2019.

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