# FDA recall Z-1237-2018

> **Covidien LLC** · Class II · device recall initiated 2017-12-13.

## Product

Signia" Power Handle (SIGPHANDLE, SIGNVAL1 and SIGVAL20 - Kits)    The Signia" Power Handle, when used with Endo GIA" single-use reloads and Endo GIA" single-use reloads with Tri-Staple" Technology, has applications in open and minimally invasive general abdominal, gynecological, pediatric, and thoracic surgery for resection, transection, and creation of anastomosis.

## Reason for recall

Product reportedly shutting down during use.

## Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide).

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1237-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Covidien LLC
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2017-12-13
- **Report date:** 2018-04-04
- **Termination date:** 2020-04-14

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** North Haven, CT, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1237-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1237-2018. Retrieved 2026-05-23 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1237-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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