Endo Clip III 176630BRecalls & reported problems
Covidien LP · Clip Applier with Clip Logic Technology · Class 1 · Implant
All models of Endo Clip III (2)
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This Covidien Endo Clip III is a surgical clip applier used in laparoscopic surgery. Many of its 298 reports describe altered mechanics, handles that are hard to open or close, and parts detaching. Some describe the applier failing during surgery, with parts found misaligned. The reports mention no deaths and 13 injuries. Reports rose from 29 in the 12 months before to 67 in the latest 12 months. No recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 312
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 13
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 312 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10884521047266), received between Aug 17, 2017 and Sep 29, 2026 — classified as 13 injuries, 299 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Mechanics Altered” (187 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Mechanics Altered187
- Mechanical Problem61
- Difficult to Open or Close39
- Detachment of Device or Device Component28
- Entrapment of Device21
- Fail-Safe Problem14
- Break10
- Noise, Audible10
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions216
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient50
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient25
- Insufficient Information16
- Unspecified Tissue Injury10
- Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding5
- Foreign Body In Patient3
- No Code Available3
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 312 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Break
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50934957 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Mechanics Altered; Noise, Audible
It was reported that during laparoscopic cholecystectomy and gastric bypass procedures, heard a sound during firing sequence. It seemed as if the instrument blocked itself. Customer did not want to use violence on the instrument. Another clip applier was opened to complete the procedures. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50927070 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50926524 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50926164 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Mechanics Altered; Noise, Audible
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50918253 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Difficult to Remove
It was reported that during a laparoscopic procedure, the surgeon was unable to remove the Endo clip without removing the port .The clip applier was fully utilized to complete the procedure . There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50860176 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 50859992 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Failure to Align
It was reported during pre-operative preparation that the jaws of the clip applier weren't lining up. The surgeon was able to squeeze the handle; however, the jaws were not able to close. A new clipper was opened to complete the case. No patient injury was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50849760 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50848019 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Mechanics Altered
According to the reporter, during a procedure prior to patient use, when the handle of the clip applier was squeezed, the device encountered issues with loading of the clips. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50841234 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Entrapment of Device
It was reported that during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, three clip appliers did not work from the first use and jammed instead of deploying clips. The device jaws locked onto tissue. Another clip applier was used to complete the procedure. No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50840771 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Entrapment of Device
It was reported that during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, three clip appliers did not work from the first use and jammed instead of deploying clips. The device jaws locked onto tissue. Another clip applier was used to complete the procedure. No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50840732 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Entrapment of Device
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50840643 ↗MalfunctionSep 19, 2026Failure to Align; Fail-Safe Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50831876 ↗MalfunctionSep 19, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50831765 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Break; Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedure, the surgeon attempted to load a clip using the device and the wire or metal component that pushes the clip into place was reported broken and extended beyond its normal position. The clips were unable to load properly into the jaws and no clips were deployed. The device was removed from use and replaced with a competitor product to complete the procedure. No patient injury was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50821818 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the jaws of the two clip applier did not close upon firing. A new clip applier was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50819838 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the jaws of the two clip applier did not close upon firing. A new clip applier was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50818166 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Difficult to Open or Close; Fail-Safe Problem
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic procedure, the handle could be squeezed but the jaw would not close. A new device was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50798210 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during a laparoscopic procedure, the clips could not be loaded properly into the jaws. The clips jammed when the device was fired. To resolve the issue, the surgeon opened and used a new device of the same product. No patient injury was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50789470 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Mechanics Altered
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic colectomy and while clipping the ileocolic artery and vein, the jaw opening was noticeably reduced after four or five firings, making it difficult to withdraw the device from the clipped vessel. The doctor performed a test firing outside the surgical field. Although the device could be firmly squeezed and clipping was performed, it did not open sufficiently after clipping. The device was then replaced with a new one, which functioned without issues. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50789360 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Failure to Align; Fail-Safe Problem
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic surgery, after the clip was used several times, the jaw became stiff and could no longer be squeezed. A new clip applier was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury. Medtronic's initial evaluation of the incident device found jaw assembly out of position and were pushed outwards from the shaft.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50776600 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy, while sealing small blood vessels, the instrument worked properly for the first 10 clips. After that, the jaws could no longer be closed, preventing any additional clips from being applied. The device was subsequently tested outside the patient, but it still did not function. A new instrument from the same lot number was opened and used. No patient injury was reported
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50766504 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Difficult to Remove; Mechanics Altered
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic surgery, the clip came out from the side of the shaft, and the clip applier could no longer be removed from the trocar. A new clip applier was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50766470 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Break; Noise, Audible
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, on the first firing, when the handle was squeezed, there was a cracking sound and it broken when fired. Used same new device to complete the procedure.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 50766467 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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