Snowden-PencerRecalls & reported problems across all models
Steris Corporation · 62 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
15 open recalls name at least one Snowden-Pencer model. Check whether yours is affected in the recall details, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 83
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 8
- Recalls
- 16
We found 62 models of Snowden-Pencer by Steris Corporation in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 83 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Oct 20, 2020 and Jul 2, 2026 — classified as 8 injuries, 75 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Break” (33 reports).
16 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 15 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
Reports received per month, all models
Snowden-Pencer 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.
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2429-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2428-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2427-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2426-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2425-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2424-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2423-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2422-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2421-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2420-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2419-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2418-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2417-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2416-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 13, 2023Open, Classified
Specific lots of the product have the potential to exhibit cracking or breaking of the rotation knob due to the incorrect use of an adhesive in the manufacturing process.
Z-2415-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Feb 23, 2022Terminated
The finished device package did not contain the IFU.
Z-0833-2022 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · names 4 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported Snowden-Pencer problems
Device problems
- Break33
- Insufficient Device Problem Information11
- Detachment of Device or Device Component10
- Smoking4
- Fracture3
- Mechanical Problem3
- Overheating of Device3
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem2
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions55
- Foreign Body In Patient11
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient6
- Insufficient Information5
- Burn(s)3
- Bowel Perforation2
- Abrasion1
- Blister1
Snowden-Pencer models
62 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Snowden-Pencer 88-5910LAPAROSCOPE, GYNECOLOGIC (AND ACCESSORIES)1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-5920LAPAROSCOPE, GYNECOLOGIC (AND ACCESSORIES)1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-9808LAPAROSCOPE, GYNECOLOGIC (AND ACCESSORIES)1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-9809LAPAROSCOPE, GYNECOLOGIC (AND ACCESSORIES)1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7012Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7018Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7020Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7036Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7043Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7044Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7045Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7046Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7048Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7066Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7071Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7220Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7243Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7266Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7271Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 recall0 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6112Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery11 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-9199ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES7 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP8364Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery7 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6110Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery4 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP8302ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES4 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-8335Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories4 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-1087RETRACTOR, FIBEROPTIC3 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-6343ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES3 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6109Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery2 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-1086RETRACTOR, FIBEROPTIC2 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 88-1088RETRACTOR, FIBEROPTIC2 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP8341Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery2 reports
- Snowden-Pencer SP8385Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery2 reports
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6105Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6210Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 32-0709SCISSORS, GENERAL, SURGICAL1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 32-2816CUTTER, WIRE1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 32-5950SCISSORS, GENERAL, SURGICAL1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 32-5978SCISSORS, GENERAL, SURGICAL1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 88-1090RETRACTOR, FIBEROPTIC1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 88-8333LAPAROSCOPE, GYNECOLOGIC (AND ACCESSORIES)1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 88-9100ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 88-9760LIGHT, SURGICAL, FIBEROPTIC1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-0500Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-4000ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-6300Electrosurgical, cutting & coagulation & accessories1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-5218Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-6271ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-6314ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-6335ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-6366ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7878Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP95Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8343Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8344Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8365Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8368Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8442Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8301ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP8484Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer SP90-7815Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-5100BELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
- Snowden-Pencer 89-7202ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES1 report
Recent Snowden-Pencer adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJul 2, 2026Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THEIR CROCODILE GRASPER CAME APART. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT DEVICE FOLLOWING A SHORT DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25693337 ↗MalfunctionApr 10, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE TIP OF THE SNOWDEN-PENCER WAVY GRASPER FELL INTO THE PATIENT. THE TIP WAS RETRIEVED, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY. THE PATIENT RECEIVED AN X-RAY AND CONFIRMED NO INSTRUMENT PIECES WERE PRESENT. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24840455 ↗MalfunctionJan 28, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE WITH THEIR SNOWDEN-PENCER MARYLAND DISSECTOR INSERT THE PIN THAT HOLDS THE ROD AND JAW TOGETHER "CAME OUT". THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY UTILIZING AN ADDITIONAL DEVICE. REPORT OF PROCEDURE DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY. THE PATIENT RECEIVED MEDICAL INTERVENTION (X-RAYS) FOLLOWING THE REPORTED EVENT AS A PRECAUTION.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24203868 ↗MalfunctionDec 23, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE TIP OF THEIR TEBBETTS DISSECT SCISSORS BROKE. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23881542 ↗MalfunctionNov 20, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THEIR DEBAKEY CLAMP BROKE AT THE TIP. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT DEVICE FOLLOWING A SHORT DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23610659 ↗MalfunctionNov 20, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE TIP OF THEIR FLAT NOSE DISSECTOR BROKE. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT DEVICE FOLLOWING A SHORT DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23610647 ↗MalfunctionOct 8, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THE TIP TO THEIR FLAT NOSE DISSECTOR INSERT DETACHED DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE. EMPLOYEE RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT (X-RAYS) FOLLOWING THE REPORTED EVENT. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23247294 ↗MalfunctionSep 4, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE TIP OF THE CROCODILE GRASPER BROKE OFF AND FELL INTO THE PATIENT. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22965612 ↗MalfunctionAug 22, 2025Mechanical Problem; Mechanical Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH (B)(4)THAT DURING SURGERY, THE LIVER RETRACTOR DID NOT STRAIGHTEN OUT COMPLETELY UPON REMOVAL AND ABRADED THE LEFT LOBE OF THE LIVER CREATING SOME DISCHARGE. SURGICAL POWDER AND A HEMOSTATIC AGENT WERE USED; THE SURGEON WAS ABLE TO GAIN HEMOSTASIS. THE INSTRUMENT WAS TAGGED AND SENT TO CSP AND DID NOT FIND ANY MALFUNCTION. THE USER FACILITY STATED THE PATIENT DID NOT SUFFER ONGOING ISSUES AND DID NOT REQUIRE AN EXTENDED STAY.
Patient problems: Abrasion
MAUDE report 22874517 ↗MalfunctionJun 25, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEIR DIAMOND-FLEXTRIANGULAR RETRACTOR "BROKE" DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 22333463 ↗MalfunctionJun 20, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THEIR CROCODILE SA ERGONOMIC MODULAR "BROKE". NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22297513 ↗MalfunctionJun 5, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE DISTAL END OF THEIR CROCODILE ERGONOMIC MODULAR "SNAPPED OFF". NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22153688 ↗MalfunctionApr 22, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THEIR SNOWDEN-PENCER SLIDELOCK ATRAUMATIC GRASPER MODULAR "SNAPPED AT THE JOINT". THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY WITH ANOTHER DEVICE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21885670 ↗MalfunctionApr 3, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE THE DISTAL END OF THEIR CROCODILE SA ERGONOMIC MODULAR "SNAPPED OFF" CREATING A PROCEDURE DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21770117 ↗MalfunctionApr 3, 2025Break; Break
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING PATIENT PROCEDURES TWO OF THEIR SNOWDEN-PENCER MIS DIAMOND-FLEXTRIANGULAR RETRACTORS "BROKE" RESULTING IN PROCEDURE DELAYS. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21766117 ↗
Other Steris Corporation products
All Steris Corporation devices →Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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