Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Axillent Debakey Grasping Forceps Recalled by Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc Due to Mislabeling

Date: November 6, 2013
Company: Karl Storz Endoscopy America 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 Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc directly.

Affected Products

Axillent Debakey Grasping Forceps, Part No. 33821DYD In general the surgeons use 33821DYD Debakey forceps to grasp tissue.

Quantity: 7 units

Why Was This Recalled?

KARL STORZ is recalling the Axillent Debakey Grasping Forceps because the 33821WTD Wavy grasper was mislabeled as 33821DYD Axillent Debakey Grasping Forceps.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc

Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc has 17 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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