Medline LF1212ARRecalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10888277664173), received between Mar 29, 2019 and Feb 18, 2021 — classified as 3 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Activation Problem” (2 reports).

1 other recall cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K162751); they may or may not involve this specific model.

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 16, 2026.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionFeb 18, 2021Activation Problem; Activation Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE LIGASURE SMALL JAW DEVICE WAS FOUND TO BE NON-FUNCTIONAL.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 11342974 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 18, 2021Activation Problem; Activation Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE LIGASURE SMALL JAW DEVICE WAS FOUND TO BE NON-FUNCTIONAL.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 11342894 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 29, 2019Mechanical Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT TWO REPROCESSED COVIDIEN LIGASURE¿ SMALL JAW INSTRUMENT WOULD NOT SEAL PROPERLY DURING A PARATHYROID PROCEDURE RESULTING IN PATIENT REQUIRING ADDITIONAL ANESTHESIA DUE TO A 45-MINUTE EXTENSION OF THE PROCEDURE.

  Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

  MAUDE report 8465123 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K162751. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

• Z-0470-2026 · Oct 1, 2025 · Open, Classified
  Medline Renewal LigaSure Small Jaw Instrument (Purple/White), Compatible with FT10 Generator 18.8 cm FT10 SW Version 4.0.1.15 or lower; Electrosurgical, Cutting & Coagulation Acces