Covidien Llc: Medical Device Recall in 2022 - (Recall #: Z-0495-2022)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2022.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

LigaSure Blunt Tip Laparoscopic Sealer/Divider, Nano-Coated, Product Number LF1837

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 6, 2021

Date Posted: January 19, 2022

Recall Number: Z-0495-2022

Event ID: 89182

Reason for Recall:

Customers reported that the device jaws were difficult to open or would not open following application on tissue. Use of a device with this potential assembly issue could result in the potential for bleeding, unintended tissue injury or loss, and delay in treatment while an alternate device is obtained.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 504 devices

Code Information:

UDI: 20884521705880 10884521705883; Lot Number: 11320187X

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution in the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom. No US distribution.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated