LigaSure XPRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 6 models of LigaSure XP by Covidien LP in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 416 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Sep 13, 2023 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 19 injuries, 397 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Energy Output Problem” (209 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. 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

Most reported LigaSure XP problems

LigaSure XP models

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

• LigaSure XP LXMJ37S

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  196 reports
• LigaSure XP LXMJ37L

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  78 reports
• LigaSure XP LXMJ23S

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  72 reports
• LigaSure XP LXMJ44S

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  50 reports
• LigaSure XP LXMJ23L

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  11 reports
• LigaSure XP LXMJ44L

  Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories
  9 reports

Recent LigaSure XP adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Mechanical Problem; Retraction Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50950796 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Difficult to Open or Close

  It was reported that during a surgical case, the Device XP Inline Sealer/Divider 37 cm jaws were difficult to open and did not open properly. The affected device was switched out and replaced with a new XP device. The scrub cleaned the device on any opportunity when it was not being used in the procedure with damp gauze. The knife blade did not extended and protrude beyond the edge of the jaws. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50946813 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Energy Output Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50946395 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Energy Output Problem

  It was reported that during lobectomy procedure, the device was connected to the generator and output sound was heard; however, it could not be confirmed that output was being delivered in the surgical field. The device had no seal with no evidence of energy delivery and end tones heard. A new product was connected to the same generator and the first sealing was performed without any issues on approximately 8 to 10 millimeter in the interlobar / interlobar region. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50941719 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Difficult to Open or Close; Intermittent Energy Output

  It was reported that during the procedure, the device¿s jaw was difficult or impossible to open. The physician stated that opening and closing the jaw felt somewhat stiff at the handle and was not as smooth, but it could still function. After firing a few bites, fewer than 10, the jaw of the device became stuck and could not open. A new device was used as a replacement, and the procedure was completed smoothly. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50933513 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Retraction Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50923586 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Energy Output Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50862796 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Mechanical Problem; Retraction Problem; Intermittent Energy Output

  It was reported that during a left colectomy, the device was being used when the cutting trigger jammed after approximately 1 hour of use and the purple button for vessel sealing reportedly continued to function, but the cutting function did not work during mobilization of the colon. The blade would not advance or not return to its original position. The blade was stuck in the middle. The blade was not protruded. Knife trigger could not be pulled in. It was not applied at the tissue at that time. A second LigaSure device was then used with the same generator and reportedly worked as expected through the end of the procedure. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50857194 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Peeled/Delaminated; Detachment of Device or Device Component

  It was reported that, during a procedure, the lower jaw part of the device was detached from the tip. Another device was used with the same generator and it worked fine. Nothing fell on patient's cavity and there was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50854205 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Difficult to Open or Close

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50849367 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Failure to Cut

  The Ligasure stopped cutting in the middle of the case.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50802037 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Mechanical Problem; Retraction Problem

  It was reported that, during a procedure, the device trigger was jammed and did not move smoothly while connected to a generator. The knife blade could not advance or retract. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50728339 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Difficult to Open or Close

  According to the reporter, during procedure, jaw of the device froze and would not open during a critical part of the case (arterial bleed) artery was manually clamed while a new product was opened.

  Patient problems: Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding

  MAUDE report 50728209 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Energy Output Problem; Intermittent Energy Output

  It was reported that during a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, the device latch sealer/divider 44 cm was used to seal average-thickness momentum and short gastric vessels during mobilization of the stomach. Within the first 10 seals, after approximately 5 successful seals and with no jaw cleaning required, an inadequate/partial device seal occurred despite evidence of energy delivery and audible end tones. There were no errors or alerts. Bleeding of 100ml with the device seal, occurred after cutting. The device was connected to an generator, and another device was used successfully with the same generator. Surgical time was extended by 45 minutes. Blood transfusion was not required.

  Patient problems: Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding

  MAUDE report 50727336 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Difficult to Open or Close; Intermittent Energy Output

  It was reported that halfway through a total laparoscopic hysterectomy with the use of the device, the device jaws would not open after tissue was clamped for sealing and ligation. It was used on a uterine artery and there was minimal eschar build up in the jaws. The knife blade was not extended nor protruded beyond the edge of the jaws. The device was removed from the operating field, and another manufacturer¿s device was obtained and used. The procedure was extended by 5 minutes. There was no patient injury.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50668956 ↗

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