Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Ion Flexison Biopsy Needle Recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc. Due to Potential for the sheath tip on the biopsy...

Date: August 6, 2021
Company: Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Intuitive Surgical, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Ion Flexison Biopsy Needle, 19G, Extension Range : 0-3 cm, Ref: 490104-09 and 49004-10, 5-pack, Sterile EO, Rx only, UDI:00886874115978

Quantity: 1625 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Potential for the sheath tip on the biopsy needle to separate from the sheath shaft.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 26 states: AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, DC

Affected (26 states)Not affected

About Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. has 244 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report