Endo Clip III 176630Recalls & reported problems
Covidien LP · Clip Applier with Clip Logic Technology · Class 2 · 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 clip applier is used to place clips during laparoscopic surgery. Many reports describe the mechanism altering, clips failing to deploy, parts detaching, and handles that are hard to open or close. The records include 1,957 reports, 71 injuries and 1 death, and no recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 1,959
- Deaths reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 71
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 1,959 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10884521057852), received between May 10, 2016 and Sep 29, 2026 — classified as 1 death, 71 injuries, 1,887 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Mechanics Altered” (1,170 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 Altered1,170
- Mechanical Problem424
- Difficult to Open or Close228
- Detachment of Device or Device Component191
- Break93
- Entrapment of Device88
- Display or Visual Feedback Problem86
- Fail-Safe Problem65
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1,021
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient401
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient316
- Insufficient Information154
- No Patient Involvement44
- No Information35
- No Code Available27
- Unspecified Tissue Injury22
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 1,959 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Mechanics Altered; Insufficient Device Problem Information
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50936333 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50935770 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Difficult to Remove; Difficult to Open or Close
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 50935314 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, the clip applier experienced a clip loading and firing issues. A new device was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50934839 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Fail-Safe Problem; Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgery, when there were seven uses remaining, the clip got stuck and the device became unusable. It was reported that the handle could not be squeezed when the issue occurred. A new device was replaced to resolve the issue. No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event. PLI 10: Medtronic's initial evaluation of the incident is that the handle was actuated and the dinks were examined and were observed to be improperly aligned.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50934768 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Break
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50933674 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Fail-Safe Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50890402 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 50876581 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Mechanical Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50876572 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during a laparoscopic procedure, the clip got misaligned and jammed the clamp, rendering the two clip applier u nusable. 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 50841739 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during a laparoscopic procedure, the clip got misaligned and jammed the clamp, rendering the two clip applier u nusable. 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 50841643 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Break; Difficult to Open or Close; Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during use of the clip applier, a clip exited through the sheath of the pliers rather than between the jaws. It was noted that the surgeon was able to squeeze the handle; however, the jaws were unable to close. No device component disengaged into the patient cavity. Another clip applier was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50837094 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Entrapment of Device
Patient problems: Tissue Breakdown
MAUDE report 50821010 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Mechanical Problem
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic cholecystectomy (lap chole) procedure, the clips did not close properly. To complete the procedure, an additional clip applier was opened and used. No patient injury was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50766556 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Mechanics Altered; Insufficient Device Problem Information
According to the reporter, pre-operatively of a laparoscopic gallbladder procedure, the clip applier had an unknown issue. There was no patient involvement. Medtronic¿s initial evaluation of the incident device found that a part of the jaw assembly was observed protruding from the shaft from the bottom left window.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50766492 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50764161 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50752394 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Mechanics Altered
According to the reporter, intra-operatively of a laparoscopic procedure, the handle of two clip appliers could be squeezed but the clips would not emerge from the device and when clips did emerge, they failed to clip the artery. Another clip applier from anotherlot number was used to resolve the issue. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50752375 ↗MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50739761 ↗MalfunctionSep 10, 2026Mechanics Altered
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50717501 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Insufficient Device Problem Information
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50695976 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Mechanics Altered
It was reported that during a laparoscopic procedure, the clips of the four clip appliers failed to deploy properly. The surgeon was able to squeeze the handles of one applier when the issue occurred. The procedure was completed using a different new product. No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50482422 ↗MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Mechanics Altered
According to the reporter, during a laparoscopic procedure, when the surgeon was squeezing the handle to deploy a clip, the clip came out of the side of the shaft. The clip was removed and device was removed from patient and a new clip applier was grabbed to complete the case. There was no patient injury.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50233130 ↗MalfunctionJul 20, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25882784 ↗MalfunctionJul 20, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25882766 ↗
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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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