# FDA recall Z-2255-2020

> **Covidien Llc** · Class II · device recall initiated 2020-05-12.

## Product

Multifire Endo Hernia 0 12mm Stapler with 4.0mm Disposable Loading Unit , Part No. 174027 - Product Usage: has application in endoscopic general surgery procedures for fixation of mesh in the repair of hernial defects and in other surgical specialties for approximation of tissue(s).

## Reason for recall

The product is recalled due to a manufacturing assembly error that may cause the staples to fail to properly advance within the staple cartridge when the instrument handle is compressed.

## Distribution

Worldwide distribution.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2255-2020
- **Recalling firm:** Covidien Llc
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2020-05-12
- **Report date:** 2020-06-10

- **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-2255-2020

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2255-2020. Retrieved 2026-05-26 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2255-2020. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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