The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1286-2026·Announced 2026-02-11

Sphincterotome KD-411Q-0730 recalled over a skipped thermoforming step

Olympus is recalling the Disposable Triple Lumen Sphincterotome, model KD-411Q-0730, because devices which did not undergo thermoforming could deform and lose performance.

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: Scored 2 because the record's stated consequence is device deformation and loss of performance, with no patient harm or reported injury.

Plain-English summary

The Disposable Triple Lumen Sphincterotome, model/catalog number KD-411Q-0730, is being recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. The record describes the instruments as designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope and guidewire for papillotomy using high-frequency current.

The reason given in the enforcement record is that devices which did not undergo thermoforming could deform and lose performance.

The record lists 887 units, of which 650 are in the US and 237 outside it, under material REF 5858230, N6221731 and N6221740, with UDI-DI codes recorded in the enforcement record, covering all lots with a valid expiration date. Distribution is given as worldwide, including nationwide in the United States across the states listed in the record. The FDA has classified the action as Class II.

The stated consequence in the enforcement record is deformation and loss of performance, and no injuries are reported. Facilities should follow Olympus' instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Product Name: Disposable Triple Lumen Sphincterotome Model/Catalog Number: KD-411Q-0730 Product Description: These instruments have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope and guidewire for papillotomy using high-frequency current.

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 (8)

  • Model/Catalog Number: KD-411Q-0730
  • Material REFs: (1) 5858230
  • (2) N6221731
  • (3) N6221740
  • UDI-DI: (1)04953170466557
  • (2)04953170466557
  • (3)04953170466557
  • All Lots with a valid expiration date

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 45 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 30 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.

See all 30 products in this recall →