Flex-X / IMAGE 1 S 11278VSURecalls & reported problems
Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG · Video Uretero-Renoscope FLEX-XC · Class 2
2 open recalls name this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 2
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 2
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04048551344385), received between Dec 29, 2025 and Sep 2, 2026 — classified as 2 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Insufficient Device Problem Information” (1 report).
2 FDA recall records name this device's identifier, 2 still open.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Recalls naming this device
- Apr 1, 2022Open, Classified
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
Z-1070-2022 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · FDA record ↗
- Apr 1, 2022Open, Classified
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
Z-1069-2022 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Insufficient Device Problem Information1
- Temperature Problem1
- Unintended Movement1
Patient problems
- Insufficient Information1
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
Recent adverse event reports
The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Unintended Movement
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50571550 ↗MalfunctionDec 29, 2025Temperature Problem; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Temperature Problem; Insufficient Device Problem Information
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE SCOPE STOPPED WORKING MID CASE. THE SURGEON BELIEVES THIS IS BECAUSE OF THE INCORRECT DEFLECTION MECHANISM. THE CASE HAD TO BE ABANDONED AS THEY DID NOT HAVE A SPARE SCOPE.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 23917743 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.