—#190523

Product

da Vinci SP Surgical systems with the following Model Name/ Model Number / UDI: ASSY,PSS,SP1098,P4/ 380601-44/ 00886874114605 ASSY,SSC,SP1098,P4/ 380940-44 / 00886874114735 ASSY,VSS,SP1098,P4/ 380941-44 / 00886874114742 SOFTWARE, SYSTEM EMBEDDED RLS, SP1098, B70_P4_B327 (OS4 v4.0.0 (P4_B327) / 610112-327 / N/A

FDA product code: NAY — System, Surgical, Computer Controlled Instrument
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: Gastroenterology, Urology
510(k) numbers: K173906, K182371, K192717, K202968, K211316, K211595
Affected lot / code info: All da Vinci SP Surgical systems with software version OS4 v4.0.0 (P4_B327)

Why it was recalled

Issue was identified during internal engineering evaluation. Use of the system with the affected software version may experience either an inability to deliver energy or an inadvertent delivery of energy. Use may require surgeon to resolve an injury or need moderate intraoperative intervention. Also, use may potentially cause user frustration or a minor delay to troubleshoot.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Software design

Action the firm took

On 09/22/2021, the firm notified affected customers via mail of "Urgent Medical Device Correction - ISIFA2021-04-C." The letter indicated, "As part of the field action process, please complete the actions below: 1. Ensure that all personnel who use the da Vinci SP System read and understand the contents of this letter. 2. Inform the personnel when the software update has been completed by the Intuitive representative. 3. Complete the attached Acknowledgement Form and return it via fax or email to Intuitive as instructed on the form. 4. Retain a copy of this letter and the acknowledgement form for your files. 5. Contact Technical Support at the number listed below for assistance if you have experienced this issue: US Technical Support: 800-876-1310, Option 1 (24/7) An Intuitive representative will schedule a site visit to install the next available software update. If you require further information or support concerning this Medical Device Notification, please contact your Clinical Sales Representative or contact Intuitive Customer Service at the numbers listed below: -US Customer Service (800) 876-1310, Option 3 (7 AM to 5 PM EST) or Customerservice@intusurg.com."

Recalling firm

Firm: Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Address: 1266 Kifer Rd, Bldg 101, Sunnyvale, California 94086-5304

Distribution

Distribution pattern: US Nationwide distribution in the states of Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2021-09-22
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #190523. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.