ERIC Retrieval DeviceRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 3 models of ERIC Retrieval Device by Microvention, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 5 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Apr 7, 2023 and Nov 6, 2025 — classified as 3 injuries, 2 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Material Separation” (3 reports).

1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 1 still open.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

ERIC Retrieval Device recalls

FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.

1. Aug 5, 2024Open, Classified

   Due to Retrieval Device product labels stating the incorrect expiration dates that (5 years instead of 3 years) which extends beyond their true expiration date.

   Z-3157-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 3 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported ERIC Retrieval Device problems

ERIC Retrieval Device models

3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• ERIC Retrieval Device ER176044-US

  Catheter, Thrombus Retriever
  1 recall3 reports
• ERIC Retrieval Device ER173020-US

  Catheter, Thrombus Retriever
  1 recall1 report
• ERIC Retrieval Device ER174030-US

  Catheter, Thrombus Retriever
  1 recall1 report

Recent ERIC Retrieval Device adverse event reports

The 5 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• InjuryNov 6, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component

  NO NEW INFORMATION WAS RECEIVED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 23490940 ↗
• InjuryDec 30, 2024Break; Break

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED THAT STATED THE PATIENT'S ANATOMY WAS TORTUOUS WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE DEVICE, AND IT BROKE. THE PATIENT'S CONDITION REMAINS THE SAME AS STROKE SCALE OF NIHSS 20. NO FURTHER INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS CASE.

  Patient problems: Foreign Body In Patient; Stroke/CVA

  MAUDE report 21039650 ↗
• InjuryOct 17, 2024Material Separation; Material Separation

  AS REPORTED: AN ERIC HAD BROKEN AND WAS IN THE PATIENT WHILE A PHYSICIAN WAS ATTEMPTING A STROKE THROMBECTOMY. FORTY-FIVE MINUTES LATER, THEY WERE STILL ATTEMPTING TO RETRIEVE THE ERIC WITH A NUMBER OF DEVICES: STENTRIEVERS, SNARES, ETC. IT TOOK THEM OVER AN HOUR, BUT EVENTUALLY, THE PHYSICIAN WAS ABLE TO USE A NON-MVI CLOT RETRIEVER TO EXTRACT THE ERIC. THE PHYSICIAN USED NUMEROUS RETRIEVAL ATTEMPTS TO EVENTUALLY GET THE ERIC OUT OF THE VESSEL. UPON PHYSICAL INSPECTION, IT APPEARS THE ERIC SHEARED OFF AT THE JOINT WHERE THE PUSHER WIRE IS CONNECTED TO THE ERIC CAGES. VESSEL WAS TORTUOUS. THE NON-MVI CLOT RETRIEVER THAT WAS USED TO CAPTURE THE ERIC IS STILL ENTWINED. THE PHYSICIAN SAID IT WAS A DISTAL M1 BORDERING M2. UNSURE ON CLOT TYPE AS THEY WERE UNABLE TO EXTRACT THE OCCLUSION. THERE WAS ONE PASS PRIOR TO EVENT. PATIENT WAS SENT TO NEURO ICU. THEY WERE UNABLE TO REMOVE OCCLUSION.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20476931 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 3, 2024Material Separation; Stretched; Material Separation; Stretched

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE CLOT RETRIEVER DEVICE WAS USED DURING A STROKE CASE. REPORTEDLY, AFTER USE AND REMOVAL FROM THE PATIENT AND ON THE BACK TABLE, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE DISTAL 5MM TIP OF THE LEAD WIRE STRETCHED AND CAME APART AT SOME POINT AFTER SECOND PASS. THE CASE WAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER DEVICE OF THE SAME MODEL. THE PATIENT IS FINE.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19238204 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 7, 2023Retraction Problem; Material Separation; Retraction Problem; Material Separation

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING TREATING A RIGHT M1 STROKE WITH A CLOT RETRIEVER. A MICROCATHETER AND A GUIDE CATHETER WERE USED. AFTER THE FIRST PASS OF THE ERIC THE TECH CLEANED IT AND TRIED PULLING IT BACK THROUGH GUIDE CATHETER, EXPERIENCED FRICTION, AND THE DEVICE COULD NOT BE RETRACTED. THE ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS REMOVED AND THE CASE WAS COMPLETED. THE PHYSICIAN TRIED TO PULL THE CLOT RETRIEVER THROUGH THE GUIDE CATHETER ON THE BACK TABLE AND THE WIRE SEPARATED FROM THE DEVICE. THERE WAS NO REPORTED HARM OR INJURY TO THE PATIENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 16700707 ↗

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