Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 15, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Aesculap
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Aesculap
- Product type
- Surgical Trocar
- Model numbers
- FF399R, Mode No. FF399R, UDI-DI 04038653065547, Serial Numbers: 4595,4619,4657,4764,4592,4596,4598,4601,4606,4607,4608,4612,4616,4618,4620,4621,4623,4659
- Sizes
- 150MM length, 6.0MM channel
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 15, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
March 11, 2026
RecallRadar source check
March 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
There is the potential for the length of the trocar shaft to be too long.
What You Should Do
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Aesculap Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
MINOP TROCAR is a laparoscopic access device used in surgery to create ports in the abdominal wall during procedures.
Why This Is Dangerous
An excessively long shaft may extend beyond intended length, increasing risk of tissue injury during insertion or manipulation.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Hospitals must halt use of the affected trocars and coordinate returns or replacements with the vendor.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check model FF399R and UDI 04038653065547
- Compare to labeling on device and packaging to confirm match
Where to find product info
Serial numbers on the device label and packaging; UDI on the box
What timeline to expect
Remedy processing may take 4-8 weeks after request
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all communications with the manufacturer
- Escalate to FDA recall office if needed
- File a report with the CPSC if applicable to medical devices (consult hospital compliance)
How to prevent similar issues
- Ensure purchase from authorized distributors
- Request UDI and serial numbers before use
- Monitor recall notices on FDA and manufacturer sites
- Verify shaft measurements during instrument setup
Documentation advice
Keep recall notices, serial numbers, photos of labeling, and all correspondence with the manufacturer
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Product Details
Model/Catalog Number: FF399R. Product: MINOP TROCAR 150MM 4 WKING CHANNEL6.0MM. Serial Numbers: 4595, 4619, 4657, 4764, 4592, 4596, 4598, 4601, 4606, 4607, 4608, 4612, 4616, 4618, 4620, 4621, 4623, 4659. Quantity: 126 units. Distribution: US nationwide in AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, WA. Recall Date: 2026-01-15. Status: ACTIVE. Class: II. Remedy: Stop using and contact Aesculap Inc or healthcare provider for instructions. UDI-DI: 04038653065547.
Key Facts
- Distributed nationwide in 30+ states
- Recall date 2026-01-15; status ACTIVE
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