FDA Medical devices recall ·
The Trimble RTS873 robotic total station is a solution designed for… recall
- Recall number
- Z-1661-2025
- Date
- (initiated March 26, 2025)
- Company / brand
- Trimble Ab
Rinkebyvagen 17, Danderyd, Sweden - Category
- Medical devices › Class II
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Units affected
- 127
- Initiated by
- FDA Mandated
Read the official FDA notice ↗
Product
The Trimble RTS873 robotic total station is a solution designed for construction professionals seeking precision, efficiency, and reliability in their layout tasks. The integrated Class 2 green aiming laser system enhances visibility and accuracy, even on uneven surfaces. It is ideal for general and specialty contractors, the RTS873 streamlines layout processes, reduces rework, and enhances overall productivity.
Why was it recalled?
An issue has been identified in the production of the RTS873 robotic total stations that may result in the green aiming laser output power being above its laser safety Class 2 classification.
What should you do?
FDA enforcement reports do not list a consumer remedy. Check the product codes below against what you have; if it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the firm's or FDA's official notice, or contact the company. If you have health concerns, contact your healthcare provider.
Product codes & lot numbers
Trimble RTS873 instruments produced from October 2023 to February 12, 2025.
Distribution
US and OUS (South Korea and United Kingdom).
What does Class II mean?
Class II means use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Source: FDA (medical devices), recall Z-1661-2025. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the FDA.