Octopus 4 Tissue Stabilizer recall (Medtronic Perfusion Systems)
Medical deviceClass IIOngoing
Summary: Medtronic Perfusion Systems is recalling Octopus 4 Tissue Stabilizer, Model 29400. Reason: During the manufacturing process, Medtronic personnel identified an assembly issue where the tubing was incorrectly positioned. The short tube was attached to the bottom of the canister, and the long tube was attached to the top, contrary to the intended design.
What is being recalled
Octopus 4 Tissue Stabilizer, Model 29400
Why
During the manufacturing process, Medtronic personnel identified an assembly issue where the tubing was incorrectly positioned. The short tube was attached to the bottom of the canister, and the long tube was attached to the top, contrary to the intended design.
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.
How to tell if yours is affected
UDI-DI: 00763000543679; Serial Numbers: 0231266463 0231468923 0231478249 0231478253 0231478260 0231651627 0231651634 0231651636 0231651637 0231651638 0231651639 0231651641 0231651642
What to do
Check the model, lot or serial numbers above against your device. If yours is affected, contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider before you stop using a device you rely on.
Recall facts
| Recall number | Z-2577-2026 |
| Category | Medical device |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | May 12, 2026 |
| Reported | July 1, 2026 |
| Company | Medtronic Perfusion Systems |
| Company location | Brooklyn Park, MN, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 590 units |
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