FDA Recall Terminated

Intuitive brand Da Vinci S Surgical System, an Endoscopic Instrument Control System, Model SS2000 Patient Side Cart, Model PS2000, Part Number: 380267-01, IS2000, Top Level, 4-Arm; Distributed and Manufactured by: Intuitive Surgical, Inc. 950 Kifer Road Sunnyvale, CA

Recall: Z-0670-2007 · Initiated April 12, 2006

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0670-2007
Event Number
37431
Firm
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
FEI Number
3001675293
Product Code
NAY
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
April 12, 2006
Posted
March 29, 2007
Terminated
December 5, 2007
Address
950 Kifer Rd, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086-5206

Description

Intuitive brand Da Vinci S Surgical System, an Endoscopic Instrument Control System, Model SS2000 Patient Side Cart, Model PS2000, Part Number: 380267-01, IS2000, Top Level, 4-Arm; Distributed and Manufactured by: Intuitive Surgical, Inc. 950 Kifer Road Sunnyvale, CA

Reason

Da Vinci S Surgical System's spinal pin could limit mechanical motion of the arm and render the system unavailable for surgical use, and may result in system failure and the need to convert to an alternative surgical technique.

Action

The firm did not release notification to its consignees. The reworks were arranged as part of routine service visits initiated on 4/12/06.

Distribution

Nationwide.

Quantity

24 units