Kinova Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2024 - (Recall #: Z-0049-2025)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2024.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

KINOVA Jaco assistive robot. Model Numbers: PJ 0000 0001, PJ 0000 0012, PJ 0090 0001, PJ 0090 0006, KR MJ2 0001. Jaco replaces the function of the upper limb on one side of the body.

Product Classification:

Class I

Date Initiated: August 22, 2024

Date Posted: October 23, 2024

Recall Number: Z-0049-2025

Event ID: 95065

Reason for Recall:

Potential installation issue that could result in a fire hazard in the event of an interaction between a damaged Jaco arm and a wheelchair exhibiting electrical leakage.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 949 units

Code Information:

Model Numbers: PJ 0000 0001, PJ 0000 0012, PJ 0090 0001, PJ 0090 0006, KR MJ2 0001. All lot numbers.

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of California, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio and the countries of Australia, Canada, China, Czechia, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Switzerland, Great Britain, Northern Ireland.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated