Erbe Flexible Cryoprobe
Erbe USA recalls Flexible Cryoprobes because probes may rupture or burst during use.
Do not use the affected Flexible Cryoprobe devices. Contact Erbe USA for instructions on returning the devices and obtaining a replacement.
Why it was recalled
Erbe USA is recalling its Flexible Cryoprobe surgical devices because the probes may rupture or burst during activation, posing a risk of serious injury to patients. The affected devices are sterile, single-use surgical instruments used in medical procedures.
Is mine affected?
Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.
| Product | Recall # | UDI-DI |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible Cryoprobe (OD 1.1mm, L1.15mm) w/ oversheath (OD2.6mm, L817mm) REF: 20402-401 STERILEEO. For surgical use | Z-1566-2026 | 04050147021785 |
| Flexible Cryoprobe (OD 2.4mm, L1.15mm) REF: 20402-411. For surgical use | Z-1568-2026 | 04050147021846 |
| Flexible Cryoprobe (OD 1.7mm, L1.15mm) REF: 20402-410. For surgical use | Z-1567-2026 | 04050147021822 |
| Flexible Cryoprobe (OD 1.1mm, L1.15mm) w/ oversheath (OD2.6mm, L817mm) REF: 20402-401 STERILE EO. For surgical use | – | – |
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Timeline
- Firm initiated recall
- Publicly announced
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Official source
Other recent recalls from Erbe USA Inc
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-06 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification