da Vinci X/Xi recall: loose instrument carriage from an out-of-spec linear-rail component

Outcomes (1)

• regulatory actionverified

Outcome rows carry verification_posture independently. Revision events carry basis (verified_court_filing, verified_insurance, reported_press, estimate, undisclosed). The framework records outcomes only when verifiable; absence is honest absence, not a claim of no-impact.

Sources (1)

1. Health Canada · https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/da-vinci-surgical-systems ↗

Common questions

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.

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.

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