Alcon Grieshaber AG: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1506-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

The Constellation Vision System Pneumatic Handpiece. Indicated for both anterior and posterior segment opthalmic surgery.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 17, 2013

Date Posted: June 12, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1506-2013

Event ID: 65006

Reason for Recall:

Alcon is conducting a Medical Device Removal for the Constellation Pneumatic Handpiece, DSP, product number 725.01. This action is being taken because the forceps or scissors tips (sold separately) may dislodge from the hand piece, if not attached by the user according to the Directions for Use.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 8,455 units

Code Information:

All Lots of the Constellation Vision System Pneumatic Handpiece, DSP, product number 725.01

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Germany, Great Britain, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, Turkistan, Venezuela, and Veit Nam.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated