# FDA recall Z-0495-2022

> **Covidien Llc** · Class II · device recall initiated 2021-12-06.

## Product

LigaSure Blunt Tip Laparoscopic Sealer/Divider, Nano-Coated, Product Number LF1837

## Reason for recall

Customers reported that the device jaws were difficult to open or would not open following application on tissue.  Use of a device with this potential assembly issue could result in the potential for bleeding, unintended tissue injury or loss, and delay in treatment while an alternate device is obtained.

## Distribution

Worldwide Distribution in the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom. No US distribution.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-0495-2022
- **Recalling firm:** Covidien Llc
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2021-12-06
- **Report date:** 2022-01-19
- **Termination date:** 2023-05-11

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Mansfield, MA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0495-2022

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-0495-2022. Retrieved 2026-06-10 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-0495-2022. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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