Intuitive Surgical, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1428-2013)

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:

Flush Port (used in almost all da Vinci instruments) Assists in cleaning the instrument.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: September 19, 2011

Date Posted: June 5, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1428-2013

Event ID: 65083

Reason for Recall:

Clarification of existing labeling information and operating procedures.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: NA

Code Information:

Model numbers: 340066-07 - straight; 340234-02 - extended taper; 340241-03 - 5mm; 340584-01 - Gemini 8mm straight; 340586-02 - Gemini 5mm; 340725-01 - Vespa straight; 340800-01 - Gemini ext taper; 340971-01 - IS1200 Grasping 340972-01 IS2000 Grasping.

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution- USA Nationwide and countries of: Argentina, Australia,Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Egypt, India, Israel, Italy,Korea-Republic of, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, and Venezuela.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated