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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 16, 2023

ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Indicated for use by medical professionals for the treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face in adults aged 22 years or older with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. Model #: Gen 4

Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the handpiece. If a broken glue bond were to occur, it could cause an ove…

Recall #
Z-2393-2023
Affected scope
127 systems
Initiated
June 23, 2023
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Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. recalled ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Indicated for use by medical professionals fo… - a moderate-severity action.

ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Indicated for use by medical professionals fo… was recalled by Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. in August 16, 2023. Reason: Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2393-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
August 16, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2393-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2393-2023) was formally reported on August 16, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 23, 2023. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Woburn, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 127 systems.

The documented reason for this recall is: Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the handpiece. If a broken glue bond were to occur, it could cause an overlap of cores, potentially leading to pr… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide. 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 the database

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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

127 systems

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Indicated for use by medical professionals for the treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face in adults aged 22 years or older with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. Model #: Gen 4

Reason for recall

Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the handpiece. If a broken glue bond were to occur, it could cause an overlap of cores, potentially leading to prolonged healing and irregularities in patient skin texture post-treatment, and/or scarring

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-2393-2023
Date reported August 16, 2023
Date initiated June 23, 2023
Recalling firm Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc.
Firm location Woburn, MA
Affected scope 127 systems
Distribution Nationwide

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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ellacor System with Micro-Coring Technology-Indicated for use by medical professionals for the treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face in adults aged 22 years or older with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV. Model #: Gen 4. Recalled by Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc.. Units affected: 127 systems.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential failure of a bearing adhesive joint that can occur due to an assembly issue of the X/Y stage of the handpiece. If a broken glue bond were to occur, it could cause an overlap of cores, potentially leading to prolonged healing and irregularities in patient skin texture post-treatment, and/or scarring
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 16, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2393-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2393-2023) 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 16, 2023. 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.