FDA-Device2026-03-11Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Aesculap MINOP Trocar 150mm recalled for potentially oversized shaft length
What this means
Aesculap Inc. is recalling certain MINOP Trocar 150mm surgical instruments (model FF399R) because the shaft may be longer than intended. This surgical tool is used during minimally invasive procedures. No injuries have been reported so far.
- Check if you have the recalled trocar by looking for model FF399R on the label
- If you have one of the affected serial numbers (4595–5172, as listed in the recall notice), do not use it
- Contact your surgical supply distributor or Aesculap Inc. for a replacement or instructions
The agency's original wording
Hazard
There is the potential for the length of the trocar shaft to be too long.
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, WA.
Affected count
126 units
Manufactured in
3773 Corporate Pkwy, N/A, Center Valley, PA, United States
Products
Brand Name: AESCULAP Product Name: MINOP TROCAR 150MM 4 WKING CHANNEL6.0MM Model/Catalog Number: FF399R Software Version: N/A Product Description: MINOP TROCAR 150MM 4 WKING CHANNEL6.0MM Component: N/A
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1485-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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