Abbott Medical Optics Inc. (AMO): Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-2096-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

AMO 25GA Vitrectomy Cutter (Model Number NGP0025) and AMO 20GA Vitrectomy Cutter and Irrigation Sleeve (Model Number NGP0020) Used with the AMO Whitestar Signature System. For ophthalmic use.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 30, 2017

Date Posted: May 24, 2017

Recall Number: Z-2096-2017

Event ID: 77024

Reason for Recall:

Packaging error. 20GA Vitrectomy Cutters may be found in a 25GA package and 25GA Vitrectomy Cutters may be found in a 20GA package.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 360 units total

Code Information:

Part Number NGP0025 Lot CA06182 (72 units) Part Number NGP0020 Lot CA06180 (288 units)

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution to SA, TR, AZ, NL, PT, SG, AU, JP, and HK.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated