Steris Corporation recalls ALYON Surgical Lighting System
Reason for recall
The the plus and minus buttons (+/-) used to control light intensity on the light heads may detach.
Affected product
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Affected products & lots
- ALYON Surgical Lighting SystemUDI 00724995223182
What the firm is doing
An URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL notification letter dated 5/1/26 was sent to customers. STERIS Action All affected Customers will be contacted by a STERIS Service Technician to arrange an onsite inspection of their lighting system(s) to perform the correction as soon as possible. For the paint issue, each affected lighting system will undergo a full visual inspection for any signs of paint delamination; as needed a service kit will be installed to prevent paint chipping from occurring or if deemed necessary replaced. For the button issue, each affected lighting system will undergo inspection for any signs of potential separation from the light head and handle. Buttons failing this inspection will be replaced. User Action Users can continue to use their lighting system(s) prior to completion of the correction. Users are reminded to ensure no excess fluids remain on light head during or after cleaning, per the Operator Manuals. Should any issues be observed prior to the correction being completed, users should submit a complaint by contacting STERIS Customer Service at 1-800-548-4873. Users are also reminded to report any adverse events via FDA s MedWatch Database should an event occur. We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause, and as always, STERIS is dedicated to supporting our products and valued Customers. If you have questions regarding this matter, please contact your local Account Manager.
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Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.
Use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Sources & references
- FDA enforcement recordOfficial FDA database entry for Z-2450-2026
- FDA device classification · FSYOfficial FDA classification for this device type
- CFR regulation · 21 CFR 878.4580The federal regulation governing this device
- FDA recall announcementSearch FDA.gov for the official press announcement
- Find Steris CorporationSearch for the manufacturer's official notice
- News coverageRecent reporting on this recall and manufacturer
- openFDA data recordThe raw JSON record this page is built from
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