Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 13379 |
| Brand Name: | Intuitive Tip Cover for 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors |
| Model: | INS-400180 Version 12 |
| Affected: | 20 lots |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Device Technologies New Zealand 47 Arrenway Drive Albany AUCKLAND 0632 |
| Contact Information: | 09 913 2000 |
| Manufacturer: | Intuitive Surgical Inc |
| Issue: | The manufacturer has determined that the sealed edge of the pouch may not have been uniformly formed and pleats or creases may have been formed which could have the potential to compromise the barrier integrity of the pouch. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 23/8/2012 |
