Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-1888-2018)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

5mm Endopath Xcel with Optiview Technology, Universal Trocar with Stability Sleeve, 5mm, 100mm shaft length, 2CB5LT

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 26, 2018

Date Posted: May 23, 2018

Recall Number: Z-1888-2018

Event ID: 79801

Reason for Recall:

Use of the product with insufficient lubrication may prolong surgery due to trocar replacement. In addition, insufficient lubrication could result in a remote chance of introducing a minute particle if repeated insertions of the obturator or laparoscopic device damage the seal.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 95233

Code Information:

Lots P4T636 P4T63G P4T689 P4T708 P4T86Z P4T882 P4T89N P4T97L P4T994 P4TA0T P4TA17 P4TA55 P4TA70 P4TA7R P4TC53 P4TC7X P4TC87 P4TC8U P4TC93 P4TD1Y R4003L R40048 R4005Z R4010L R4012F R40142 R4020P R4021H R4027N R4042X R4045N R4046X R4054H

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide domestic distribution, including PR. International distribution to Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Belgium, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Japan, and Argentina.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated