V-LanceRecalls & reported problems across all models
Alcon Laboratories, Inc. · 2 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
3 open recalls name at least one V-Lance model. Check whether yours is affected in the recall details, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 80
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
We found 2 models of V-Lance by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 80 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Dec 25, 2021 and Feb 27, 2026 — classified as 2 injuries, 78 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Dull, Blunt” (77 reports).
3 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 3 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
V-Lance 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 15, 2024Open, Classified
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Comeal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Z-2656-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Jul 15, 2024Open, Classified
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Comeal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Z-2655-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Apr 22, 2024Open, Classified
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Corneal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Z-1922-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported V-Lance problems
Device problems
- Dull, Blunt77
- Failure to Cut2
- Device Damaged Prior to Receipt by User1
- Material Deformation1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions48
- Insufficient Information30
- Eye Pain2
- Hematoma2
V-Lance models
2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- V-Lance 8065912001Knife, ophthalmic2 recalls68 reports
- V-Lance 8065911901Knife, ophthalmic1 recall12 reports
Recent V-Lance adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionFeb 27, 2026Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIFE WAS NOT STINGED SMOOTHLY IN THE DURING THE SURGERY AND AFTER REPLACING THE KNIFE, BUT IT DID NOT STINGE SMOOTHLY. THE DETAILS OF THE PROCEDURE AND PATIENT IMPACT HAVE NOT BEEN REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED BUT IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 24468544 ↗MalfunctionJan 5, 2026Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC BLADE WAS NOT SHARP PRIOR TO THE VITRECTOMY PROCEDURE. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY, AND THERE WAS NO HARM TO THE PATIENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23956238 ↗MalfunctionNov 24, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY INCISIONAL INSTRUMENT TIP WAS BENT. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY BY REPLACING THE PRODUCT WITH ANOTHER ONE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23629922 ↗MalfunctionJul 29, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC KNIFE DID NOT CUT WHEN INSERTED DURING CATARACT SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY AFTER REPLACING THE PRODUCT WITH ANOTHER ONE AND THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM. THIS COMPLAINT IS PERTAINING TO THREE OF THREE REPORTS RECEIVED FROM THE SAME FACILITY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22641153 ↗MalfunctionJul 9, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT, DURING CATARACT SURGERY WITH INTRAOCULAR LENS IMPLANTATION, TWO OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES FROM SAME BATCH FAILED TO CUT. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED THE SAME DAY USING ANOTHER KNIFE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22455731 ↗MalfunctionJul 9, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT, DURING CATARACT SURGERY WITH INTRAOCULAR LENS IMPLANTATION, TWO OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES FROM SAME BATCH FAILED TO CUT. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED THE SAME DAY USING ANOTHER KNIFE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22455728 ↗MalfunctionJul 1, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC KNIFE WAS FOUND TO BE DULL AND WAS UNABLE TO CUT DURING CATARACT SURGERY. THE KNIFE WAS REPLACED WITH ANOTHER PRODUCT TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM REPORTED. THE INVOLVED EYE AND PATIENT IDENTIFIER WERE NOT PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22369815 ↗MalfunctionJun 24, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT BEFORE SURGERY AN OPHTHALMIC KNIVES FROM SAME LOT NUMBER WAS FOUND SPIKED AND COULD NOT CUT. THERE WERE SEVERAL PRODUCTS FROM SAME LOT WHICH COULD NOT CUT DESPITE REPLACEMENT. THE SURGERY WAS PERFORMED AND COMPLETED AFTER REPLACING THE PRODUCTS WITH ANOTHER ONE. NO PATIENT HARM WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22313439 ↗MalfunctionMar 24, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING THE CATARACT SURGERY, THE OPHTHALMIC KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED BY REPLACING THE KNIFE WITH ANOTHER ONE. NO PATIENT IMPACT WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 21675553 ↗MalfunctionDec 10, 2024Device Damaged Prior to Receipt by User; Device Damaged Prior to Receipt by User
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT BEFORE CATARACT SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIFE PACKAGING WAS DIFFERENT FROM USUAL. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. NO PATIENT IMPACT WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 20889857 ↗MalfunctionNov 6, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE BLUNT. DETAILS OF PROCEDURE WAS NOT REPORTED. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 20619404 ↗MalfunctionNov 6, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES DID NOT CUT LIKE THEY DID THE PREVIOUS TIMES. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT. THIS COMPLAINT IS PERTAINING THE ONE OF TWO REPORTS RECEIVED FROM THE INITIAL REPORTER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20619108 ↗MalfunctionNov 5, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES DID NOT CUT LIKE THEY DID THE PREVIOUS TIMES. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20607455 ↗MalfunctionNov 5, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE NOT CUTTING PROPERLY. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT HAVE NOT BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 20606541 ↗MalfunctionOct 27, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt
A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE NOT CUTTING PROPERLY. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT HAVE NOT BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 20541314 ↗
Other Alcon Laboratories, Inc. products
- Clareon1,142 models · 8,100 reports · 1 recall
- Constellation, EDGE PLUS, TOTAL PLUS, ULTRAVIT8 models · 2,968 reports · 5 recalls
- Constellation13 models · 2,176 reports · 4 recalls
- CONSTELLATION HYPERVIT TOTAL PLUS5 models · 2,098 reports · 4 recalls
- Centurion5 models · 1,967 reports
- ACRYSOF353 models · 1,890 reports
- AcrySof UltraSert102 models · 1,467 reports · 1 recall
- MONARCH III2 models · 1,380 reports · 1 recall
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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