EVIS EXERA III GASTROINTESTINAL VIDEOSCOPE recallZ-1275-2022 · Olympus Corporation of the Americas · initiated Apr 22, 2022
Open, Classified
Is my device affected?
- Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
- If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Olympus Corporation of the Americas or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
- Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.
Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean
Why it was recalled
Part (A-rubber) intended for a different model of gastrointestinal videoscope may have been used when replacing part on GIF-HQ190 during the last repair at Olympus. An Incorrect A-rubber fits tighter on the GIF-HQ190 which would not meet the intended design specifications
FDA root cause category: Nonconforming Material/Component
What the company is doing
Olympus issued Urgent Medical Device Correction letter via email on 4/22/22. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: 1. Identify the affected model and serial number in the subject of this letter. 2. An Olympus representative will contact you to arrange for the return of your affected device. Olympus will repair your unit free of charge. 3. Olympus will provide for a service loaner in an effort to not disrupt patient care. Please do not hesitate to contact @ 647-999-3203 or at [email protected] for any additional information or support concerning this matter.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1275-2022
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated by the company
- Apr 22, 2022
- Recalling firm
- Olympus Corporation of the Americas
- Quantity
- 8 units
- Product code
- FDS
- Distribution
- US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, FL, NC, NY.
Product description
EVIS EXERA II Gastrointestinal Videoscope-indicated for use within the upper digestive tract (including the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum). Model: GIF-HQ190
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
UDI-DI: 04953170305276 Serial: 2269931, 2611873, 2613235, 2634251, 2634326, 2860721, 2961773 and 2962545
Devices named in this recall
1 device in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.
- EVIS EXERA III GASTROINTESTINAL VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS GIF-HQ190Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · Colonoscope and accessories, flexible/rigid3 recalls5 deaths6,244 reports
Product lines
Sources and updates
- Recall record: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · View the FDA recall notice ↗
- Devices: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Devices are linked when their identifier (with a valid check digit) appears in the recall's code information.
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
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