Olympus PCF-Q180AC Video Colonoscope Recalled Due to Adhesive Error
Olympus is recalling two video colonoscopes because the adhesive used in their repair was incorrectly prepared, potentially affecting the durability of the repair.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The agency classified this as a Class II recall. The source text explicitly states that the effect of the defect is unknown and does not report any injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Olympus Corporation of the Americas is recalling two units of the PCF-Q180AC Video Colonoscope. These endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the gastrointestinal tract.
The recall was initiated because the adhesive used in the repair of the endoscopes was incorrectly prepared. It is currently unknown what effect the nonconforming adhesive mixture would have on the durability or effectiveness of the gluing operation for the endoscope repair.
The affected units, identified by serial numbers 2501374 and 2704914, were distributed nationwide in the states of Connecticut, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, and North Carolina.
The recalled product
- Product
- Olympus PCF-Q180AC Video Colonoscope - Product Usage: These endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the gastrointestinal tract.
- Manufacturer
- Olympus Corporation of the Americas
- Category
- Medical Device — Endoscope
- Affected units
- 2
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- Serial Number 2501374 and 2704914
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 4 recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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