HIGH

Aesculap AG Recalls ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD Due to Mislabeling

Aesculap AG recalled one unit of the ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD on August 18, 2025. The product was mislabeled, leading to potential use confusion. The recall affects distribution in the US and multiple international locations.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 18, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Aesculap AG
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Mislabeling. The ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD was labeled as "Long" and the ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD LONG was labeled as "Standard."

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Aesculap AG or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: E-Mail

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Product Details

The recalled product is the ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD, Model Number GB942R. It was distributed in the US, specifically Missouri, and internationally to several countries including Norway, France, and Japan.

The Hazard

The mislabeling of the ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD could lead to incorrect usage. This poses a serious risk to patients if the wrong device is used in surgical procedures.

Reported Incidents

No incidents or injuries have been reported related to this recall. The potential for mislabeling creates a high-risk situation.

What to Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using the device immediately. Contact Aesculap AG or your healthcare provider for further instructions.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Aesculap AG via email. Additional details can be found at the FDA website: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=Z-0026-2026.

Key Facts

  • Recalled product: ELAN 4 FIXED DURAGUARD STANDARD
  • Model Number: GB942R
  • Recall date: August 18, 2025
  • Distribution: US and multiple countries
  • Stop using the device immediately

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Model Number: BG942R
UDI-DI Number: 04046963805777. Serial Number: 8157.
Report Date
October 8, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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