HIGH

Erbe USA Recall 33,390 Flexible Cryoprobes Over Rupture Risk (2026)

Erbe USA recalled 33,390 Flexible Cryoprobes with oversheath used in surgery. The devices were distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico. Probes may rupture during activation. Clinicians should stop using the device immediately and follow recall instructions.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 12, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Erbe USA
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PREGNANT

Hazard Information

Probes may rupture/burst during activation

What You Should Do

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

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About This Product

The Flexible Cryoprobe is a surgical instrument used for cryoablation procedures with an oversheath. It is designed to deliver extreme cold to targeted tissue under medical supervision.

Why This Is Dangerous

A rupture or burst during activation can cause unintended tissue injury and potential procedural complications.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may face procedure delays and patients may experience safety concerns if a device ruptures during use.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check UDI 04050147021785 on the device labeling or packaging.
  2. Check the listed LOT numbers for your batch (see recall notice)
  3. Compare with your inventory to identify affected lots and UDIs.

Where to find product info

Recall notice and enforcement page provide the official identifiers and lists.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements are typically processed within 4-8 weeks of submission.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital risk management.
  • File a report with the FDA recall portal if applicable.
  • Document all communications with the manufacturer.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify recalls before accepting new devices.
  • Maintain an up-to-date inventory of surgical tools and their recall status.
  • Require confirmation of recall clearance from suppliers before use.

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, device identifiers, lot numbers, receipts, and all correspondence for records.

Product Details

UDI: 04050147021785 Lots: WO461310 WO461311 WO461312 WO461314 WO461315 WO461829 WO461831 WO461832 WO461833 WO461834 WO461835 WO461842 WO461843 WO461844 WO461847 WO461848 WO462117 WO462118 WO462119 WO462120 WO462121 WO462122 WO462123 WO462124 WO462125 WO462128 WO462129 WO462130 WO462373 WO462374 WO462375 WO462376 WO462377 WO462378 WO462379 WO462380 WO462387 WO462388 WO462389 WO462397 WO462825 WO462826 WO462827 WO462828 WO462829 WO462830 WO462831 WO462838 WO462839 WO462840 WO462841 WO462842 WO462843 WO462844 WO462845 WO462846 WO462847 WO462848 WO462849 WO463308 WO463309 WO463310 WO463311 WO4633

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 33390 units recalled
  • Distributed nationwide including Puerto Rico
  • Recall date 2026-02-12
  • Hazard: rupture/burst during activation
  • UDI: 04050147021785
  • Lots include WO461310 to WO465269 and numerous others

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPREGNANT
Injury Types
LACERATIONELECTRICAL

Product Details

Model Numbers
UDI: 04050147021785/ Lots: WO461310 WO461311 WO461312 WO461314 WO461315 WO461829 WO461831 WO461832 WO461833 WO461834 WO461835 WO461842 WO461843 WO461844 WO461847 WO461848 WO462117 WO462118 WO462119 WO462120 WO462121 WO462122 WO462123 WO462124 WO462125 WO462128 WO462129 WO462130 WO462373 WO462374 WO462375 WO462376 WO462377 WO462378 WO462379 WO462380 WO462387 WO462388 WO462389 WO462397 WO462825 WO462826 WO462827 WO462828 WO462829 WO462830 WO462831 WO462838 WO462839 WO462840 WO462841 WO462842 WO462843 WO462844 WO462845 WO462846 WO462847 WO462848 WO462849 WO463308 WO463309 WO463310 WO463311 WO463312 WO463313 WO463314 WO463316 WO463317 WO463390 WO463391 WO463392 WO463393 WO463394 WO463395 WO463396 WO463397 WO463398 WO463399 WO463400 WO463401 WO463402 WO463403 WO463404 WO463405 WO463406 WO463407 WO463408 WO463409 WO464270 WO464271 WO464272 WO464273 WO464274 WO464275 WO464276 WO464277 WO464278 WO464279 WO464699 WO464700 WO464701 WO464702 WO464703 WO464994 WO464995 WO464996 WO464997 WO465021 WO465022 WO465023 WO465024 WO465025 WO465026 WO465027 WO465050 WO465051 WO465052 WO465053 WO465054 WO465055 WO465056 WO465057 WO465066 WO465067 WO465068 WO465069 WO465243 WO465244 WO465245 WO465246 WO465247 WO465248 WO465249 WO465255 WO465256 WO465257 WO465258 WO465259 WO465260 WO465261 WO465262 WO465266 WO465267 WO465268 WO465269 WO467858 WO467859 WO467860 WO467861 WO467862 WO467863 WO467884 WO467885 WO467886 WO468210 WO468211 WO468212 WO468213 WO468214 WO468215 WO468216 WO468217 WO468218 WO468219 WO468220 WO468221 WO468230 WO468231 WO468232 WO468609 WO468610 WO468611 WO468612 WO468613 WO468614 WO468618 WO468619 WO468620 WO468621 WO468622 WO468623 WO468624 WO468625 WO468626 WO468627 WO468628 WO468629 WO468630 WO468631 WO468632 WO468634 WO468635 WO468636 WO468637 WO468638 WO468639 WO468640 WO468641 WO468654 WO468655 WO468656 WO468657 WO468658 WO468659 WO468660 WO468661 WO468662 WO468663 WO468664 WO468665 WO468666 WO468669 WO468670 WO469350 WO469351 WO469352 WO469353 WO469354 WO469357 WO469358 WO469359 WO471335 WO471336 WO471337 WO471338 WO471339 WO471340 WO471341 WO471342 WO471344 W4468495 W4465348 W2469080 W2469062 W2469061 W2469059 W2469058 W2468858 W2465755 W2465609 W2463595 W2463592 W2463591 W2463590 W2463589 W2462285 W2462282 W2462281 W2462280 W2462279 W2459857 W2459856 W2459855
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 1, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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