Covidien Covidien Valleylab FT10, FT Series Energy Platform, REF: VLFT10GEN, DLVLFT10GEN, VLFT10GENZD Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Covidien Valleylab FT10, FT Series Energy Platform, REF: VLFT10GEN, DLVLFT10GEN, VLFT10GENZD
Brand
Covidien
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Ref-UDI: VLFT10GEN- 10884521516328, DLVLFT10GEN - 10884521787056, VLFT10GENZD - 10884521640474/Software: v4.0.1, v4.0.2 and v4.0.3
Products Sold
Ref-UDI: VLFT10GEN- 10884521516328, DLVLFT10GEN - 10884521787056 , VLFT10GENZD - 10884521640474/Software: v4.0.1, v4.0.2 and v4.0.3
Covidien is recalling Covidien Valleylab FT10, FT Series Energy Platform, REF: VLFT10GEN, DLVLFT10GEN, VLFT10GENZD due to Due to software issue, New systems may exhibit an error which may prohibit use of new systems resulting in system being inoperable. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Due to software issue, New systems may exhibit an error which may prohibit use of new systems resulting in system being inoperable
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
On November 16 and 20, 2023, Covidien LLC (Medtronic Company) issued a "Urgent: Medical Device Correction" 1. Immediately notify all personnel in all care environments in which the Valleylab" FT10 Energy Platform. 2. Update ValleylabTM FT10 Energy Platform to software version 4.0.4. For additional information see customer communication letter 3. Until the software is updated, the Valleylab" FT10 Energy Platform and LigaSure" devices can continue to be used as instructed in the User Guide and per your facility protocols. 4. Complete the attached Customer Confirmation Form and return it as directed to confirm your receipt and understanding of this information.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026