VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER CV-170Recalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 811 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04953170338496), received between Aug 8, 2021 and Sep 28, 2026 — classified as 811 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “No Display/Image” (261 reports).

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. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 811 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Display/Image; Moisture Damage; Activation Failure

  The customer reported that the Video System Center light did not turn on when the duodenovideoscope was connected. The video cable was disconnected and reconnected to the processor; however, following reconnection, the image was no longer displayed on the monitor. After disconnecting the cable a second time, water was observed within the connector. The event occurred during a therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedure while the patient was under sedation, and the device was in use. No patient harm or adverse clinical impact was reported.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50920628 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  The customer reported a scope communication error B030 during inspection for use involving an Olympus Video System Center. There was no patient involvement.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50916240 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Poor Quality Image

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50848794 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 13, 2026No Display/Image; Mechanical Problem; Activation Failure

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50747875 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 11, 2026No Display/Image; Loose or Intermittent Connection

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50732980 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Poor Quality Image

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50673463 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 19, 2026Degraded; Output Problem; Activation Failure

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50322015 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  The customer reported B30 scope communication error during set up involving an Olympus video system center. There was no patient injury reported.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50300279 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 17, 2026Erratic or Intermittent Display

  The customer returned the video system center to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the service repair technician indicates that device had interrupted image. There was no patient involvement.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50276778 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50214157 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Incomplete or Inadequate Connection

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50213779 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 27, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50025480 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 27, 2026Incomplete or Inadequate Connection

  No additional information received from customer.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50025277 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 29, 2026Poor Quality Image

  THE CUSTOMER RETURNED THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER, WHICH IS AN OLYMPUS ASSET WITH SEPARATE CASE. DURING THE EVALUATION OF THE DEVICE, NOISY IMAGE WAS OBSERVED. THE SERVICE REPAIR TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT THE MOST LIKELY CAUSE OF NOISY IMAGE WAS DUE TO LOOSEN LOCKING LEVER. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25331814 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 15, 2026Poor Quality Image

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER SCREEN WAS DARK. THE EVENT OCCURRED DURING INSPECTION FOR USE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25184287 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 8, 2026Connection Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER WAS NOT RECOGNIZED ON THE SCOPE. THE ISSUE OCCURRED DURING INSPECTION FOR USE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25125956 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 23, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER EXHIBIT ERROR B30 DURING INSPECTION FOR USE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24975232 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 23, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER EXHIBITED NOT RECOGNIZED WHEN CONNECTED TO A SCOPES. THE ISSUE OCCURRED DURING INSPECTION FOR USE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24966330 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 20, 2026Connection Problem

  IT WAS OBSERVED THAT DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER ENDOSCOPE CABLE CANNOT BE CONNECTED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24929927 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 17, 2026Degraded; Infusion or Flow Problem

  IT WAS OBSERVED THAT DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER HAD A TUBE CARBONIZATION WHICH PREVENTS AIR FEED FROM MEETING STANDARD VALUES. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24916539 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 16, 2026No Display/Image; Activation Failure

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER EXPERIENCED A SCREEN BLACKOUT AND SYMPTOM ERRORS. THIS ISSUE WAS IDENTIFIED DURING INSPECTION PRIOR TO USE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24904241 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 14, 2026No Display/Image; Moisture Damage

  IT WAS OBSERVED DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER EXHIBITED NO PROJECTED IMAGE AND SHOWED FLUID INVASION ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD (AP BOARD). THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24877215 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 13, 2026Loose or Intermittent Connection; Poor Quality Image

  IT WAS OBSERVED THAT DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER HAD STRIPES IN THE IMAGE AND CONNECTOR NOT LOCKED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24854108 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 10, 2026No Device Output

  IT WAS OBSERVED THAT DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER EXHIBITED FAULTY MAIN LAMP AND LIGHT EMITTING DIODE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24838380 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 6, 2026Poor Quality Image

  IT WAS OBSERVED THAT DURING THE DEVICE EVALUATION, THE VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER PRESENTED IMAGE NOISE IN THE ENTIRE DISPLAY AND MAIN BOARD FAILURE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24790109 ↗