Medtronic Biopsy Needle Kit, REF: 9733068, Passive, Sterile EO, Rxonly
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Medtronic Biopsy Needle Kit, REF: 9733068, Passive, Sterile EO, Rxonly by Medtronic Navigation, Inc.. Reason: Sterile Passive spheres and biopsy needle kits contain variation in the reflective material which may affect the ability of the navigation system to .
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-0197-2027
Action Date
2026-10-28
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Medtronic Biopsy Needle Kit, REF: 9733068, Passive, Sterile EO, Rxonly
Lot/Code Info: UDI: 00643169702943/ Lots: 066500526 066501226 066503326 066504726 066506326 066509826; UDI:00643169030121/Lots: 066500526 066506326
Quantity Affected: 3746 units
Reason for Recall
Sterile Passive spheres and biopsy needle kits contain variation in the reflective material which may affect the ability of the navigation system to detect and track the spheres.
Distribution
US: AK AL AR AZ CA CO CT DC DE FL GA HI IA ID IL IN KS KY KY LA MA MD ME MI MN MO MS MT NC ND NE NH NJ NM NV NY OH OK OR PA PR RI SC SD TN TX UT VA VT WA WI WV WY OUS: Canary Islands, Iceland, Northern Ireland, Martinique, China , Taiwan, Hong Kong,
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2026-08-31
Company
Lafayette, CO
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 187 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 480 device-related FDA actions this month.
Medtronic Navigation, Inc. has 27 FDA actions in our database, including 17 recalls and 10 clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Medtronic Navigation, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Medtronic Navigation, Inc. have FDA actions?
Medtronic Navigation, Inc. has 27 FDA actions in our database, including 17 recalls and 10 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0197-2027" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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