PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Brand Name: SmartRelease ESTR (Endoscopic soft tissue release system), Onyx Blade Assembly; alternate name: ECTR (Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release) System, Onyx Blade Assembly; Common Name: SmartRelease Onyx; Catalog (SKU) Numbers: 83030-1 (single pack), 83030-6 (six pack) and 83030-6-CE (six pack OUS only);

Reported: June 18, 2025 Initiated: May 7, 2025 #Z-1975-2025

Product Description

Brand Name: SmartRelease ESTR (Endoscopic soft tissue release system), Onyx Blade Assembly; alternate name: ECTR (Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release) System, Onyx Blade Assembly; Common Name: SmartRelease Onyx; Catalog (SKU) Numbers: 83030-1 (single pack), 83030-6 (six pack) and 83030-6-CE (six pack OUS only);

Reason for Recall

Potential that the blade can unintentionally cut tissue prior to the user deploying the blade.

Details

Units Affected
1,451 eaches
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Denmark, United Kingdom.
Location
Charlottesville, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: SmartRelease ESTR (Endoscopic soft tissue release system), Onyx Blade Assembly; alternate name: ECTR (Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release) System, Onyx Blade Assembly; Common Name: SmartRelease Onyx; Catalog (SKU) Numbers: 83030-1 (single pack), 83030-6 (six pack) and 83030-6-CE (six pack OUS only);. Recalled by MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLC. Units affected: 1,451 eaches.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential that the blade can unintentionally cut tissue prior to the user deploying the blade.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 18, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1975-2025.