TDC VELOCE 25G Cutter Recall Issued by D.O.R.C.
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D.O.R.C. Dutch Ophthalmic Research Center is recalling TDC VELOCE 25G Two Dimensional Cutters due to reports of loose outer knives.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on July 28, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
D.O.R.C. Dutch Opthalmic Research Center Intl B.V. is recalling certain TDC VELOCE 25G Two Dimensional Cutter devices after receiving an increase in complaints of a loose outer knife and reports of the outer knife becoming loose during use.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers "TDC VELOCE", 25G Two Dimensional Cutter - 20k CPM with article numbers 9268.VIT25, 9311.25G01, 9311.25G02, 9311.25K01, 9311.25K02, 9311.25K03, and 9625.G0201. A total of 2068 boxes (12408 units) are affected. The recall number is Z-2323-2026. Distribution was US Nationwide and to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and Turkey.
What You Should Do
Consumers should follow instructions provided in the firm's notification letter regarding the recalled devices.
Why This Matters
The recall involves over 12,000 units of ophthalmic surgical devices distributed worldwide, including throughout the United States.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2323-2026 (Class II)
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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