C-MAC 8403BXCRecalls & reported problems
Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG · C-MAC Video Laryngoscope MAC #4 · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 2
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04048551389454), received between May 12, 2025 and Jun 6, 2025 — classified as 2 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (1 report).
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
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component1
- Material Erosion1
- Optical Problem1
- Output Problem1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions2
Recent adverse event reports
The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJun 6, 2025Optical Problem; Output Problem; Optical Problem; Output Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT "THE DEVICE FAILED DURING USE". NO NEGATIVE IMPACT IN STATE OF HEALTH REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22161262 ↗MalfunctionMay 12, 2025Material Erosion; Detachment of Device or Device Component; Material Erosion; Detachment of Device or Device Component
IT WAS REPORTED THAT COVER GLASS IS MISSING. NO NEGATIVE IMPACT IN STATE OF HEALTH REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22004535 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.