Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 21266 |
| Brand Name: | PenEvac |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Lot#6406, Lot#6384 and 6391 |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Big Green Surgical New Zealand Ltd Unit B, 30 Vestey Drive Mt Wellington Auckland 1060 |
| Contact Information: | |
| Manufacturer: | I C Medical Inc |
| Issue: | Reports have been received that the PenEvac diathermy pen has had instances of self-activation, which can potentially lead to patient and staff injury. Phase 2. The manufacturer is issuing this Safety Alert to remind users of the importance of following the Instructions for Use to ensure safe use of the PenEvac1 Electrocautery pencils. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 4/4/2017 |
