da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component
[RECALL]Feb 23, 2023 · Intuitive Surgical · da Vinci (and Ion) · South Korea
Failure Mode
RECALL
Event Date
Feb 23, 2023
Primary Entity
Intuitive Surgical
Robotic Platform
da Vinci (and Ion)
Jurisdiction / Location
South Korea
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
Recall RA-73120 (Class II; ~Feb 23 2023): a loose instrument carriage on the Universal Surgical Manipulator caused by a linear-rail component out of specification (carriage wobble under force) on da Vinci X (IS4200) and Xi (IS4000); CAPA 552131. Cap-flag: sourced via Health Canada's regulator mirror; exact unit count not captured.
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Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/da-vinci-surgical-systems
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/da-vinci-surgical-systems
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component?
Recall RA-73120 (Class II; ~Feb 23 2023): a loose instrument carriage on the Universal Surgical Manipulator caused by a linear-rail component out of specification (carriage wobble under force) on da Vinci X (IS4200) and Xi (IS4000); CAPA 552131. Cap-flag: sourced via Health Canada's regulator mirror; exact unit count not captured.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on February 23, 2023 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component?
da Vinci (and Ion) by Intuitive Surgical is the recorded robot involved in this incident at South Korea.
Has anyone responded to da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.