ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0147-2026 · GDW Staple, Implantable

Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc

ECHELON LINEAR Cutters Reload 80 mm Blue, intended for transection, resection, and/or creation of anastomoses, Product Number GLC80

DateOct 14, 2025 (initiated Sep 11, 2025)
StatusOpen, Classified
ReasonThe devices were shipped unsterilized.
Root causeUnder Investigation by firm
ActionAn IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION was sent to customers beginning 9/11/25. Actions Required Complete the Business Reply Form (BRF) (Attachment 1) confirming receipt and your understanding of this notification.
Quantity3 units
DistributionInternational distribution to the countries of United Arab Emirates.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K223760ECHELON LINEAR™ 60 mm Cutter (GLC60);ECHELON LINEAR™ 80mm Cutter (GLC80);ECHELON LINEAR™ 100 mm Cutter (GLC100);ECHELON
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Mar 15, 2023