Leica Microsystems, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2019 - (Recall #: Z-0772-2019)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2019.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Leica M220 F12 surgical microscope The Leica M220 F12 surgical microscope is an optical instrument for improving the visibility of objects through magnification and illumination. It can be applied for observation and documentation and for human and veterinary medical treatment.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: January 2, 2019

Date Posted: January 30, 2019

Recall Number: Z-0772-2019

Event ID: 81903

Reason for Recall:

The M220 optics may unintentionally drop into the surgical field, risking contact with the patient.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 15 units

Code Information:

Serial Numbers: 10448367-60618002, 10448367-150317002, 10448367-40518001, 10448367-170417002, 10448367-80517001, 10448367-131117001, 10448367-271117001, 10448367-91017002, 10448367-220318003, 10448367-61017001, 10448367-171117001, 10448367-90418001, 10448367-170417001, 10448367-20418001, 10448367-170718002

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, Burundi, Canada, China, Colombia, Egypt, France, Germany, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Japan, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Malaysia, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia Federation, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Spain, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated