Karl Storz SE & CO — Class II medical device recall Z-1472-2024
Ongoing recall by Karl Storz Endoscopy, reported 2024-04-10, distributed nationwide. Inadequate reprocessing validation evidence
| Recall number | Z-1472-2024 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Karl Storz Endoscopy, El Segundo, CA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2024-02-27 |
| Classified | 2024-04-03 |
| Reported by FDA | 2024-04-10 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Quantity | 190 units |
| UPC / GTIN / UDI-DI | 04048551050255 |
| Model numbers | 11003MB |
Product
Karl Storz SE & CO. KG, REF 11003MB, Grasping Forceps, Flexible 1 mm, Rx Only
Reason for recall
Inadequate reprocessing validation evidence
Machine access
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