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Orca Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves, Material Number (UPN) SUV-617-50; The Orca Air/Water Valve is intended to be used to control the air/water function on an endoscope during a GI...

Boston Scientific is initiating a medical device removal of Orca Sterile, Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves due to a higher than anticipated occurrence of the suction button sticking.

Boston ScientificHealth & Personal CareMedical DevicesGTIN 00840253111012Lot 38400303Exp. January 20

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
May 12, 2026
Status
ACTIVE

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
May 12, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Boston Scientific
Geographic Scope
1 states

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Boston Scientific
Model numbers
GTIN 00840253111012, Lot 38400303, Exp. January 20, 2029
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    May 12, 2026

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    June 17, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    June 23, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Boston Scientific is initiating a medical device removal of Orca Sterile, Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves due to a higher than anticipated occurrence of the suction button sticking.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Boston Scientific Corporation or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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Full Description

Orca Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves, Material Number (UPN) SUV-617-50; The Orca Air/Water Valve is intended to be used to control the air/water function on an endoscope during a GI (gastrointestinal) endoscopic procedure.. Reason: Boston Scientific is initiating a medical device removal of Orca Sterile, Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves due to a higher than anticipated occurrence of the suction button sticking.. Classification: Class II. Quantity: 9750 units. Distribution: US Nationwide distribution.

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Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
GTIN 00840253111012
Lot 38400303
Exp. January 20
2029
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
June 17, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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