VIDEO SYSTEM CENTERRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 4 models of VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER by Olympus Medical Systems Corp. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 995 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Nov 26, 2020 and Sep 28, 2026 — classified as 995 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “No Display/Image” (344 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

Most reported VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER problems

VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER models

4 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER CV-170

  Led Light Source
  811 reports
• VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER OLYMPUS CV-V1

  Colonoscope and accessories, flexible/rigid
  111 reports
• VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER OLYMPUS CV-V1

  Colonoscope and accessories, flexible/rigid
  41 reports
• VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER CV-150

  Colonoscope and accessories, flexible/rigid
  32 reports

Recent VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, 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 ↗

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