Ethicon, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2020 - (Recall #: Z-0989-2020)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2020.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Coated VICRYL (Polyglactin 910) Suture, 18" (45cm) Product Code J497H. The device is a synthetic absorbable sterile surgical suture.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: January 3, 2020

Date Posted: February 12, 2020

Recall Number: Z-0989-2020

Event ID: 84639

Reason for Recall:

Some sutures in the lot may exhibit a small section of braid fraying, which can lead to reduced tensile strength at that point.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 23688 units

Code Information:

lot PGZ908

Distribution Pattern:

Domestic distribution nationwide. US and Puerto Rico only.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated