Olympus recalls OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor Connecting Tubes (model MAJ-2138) due to potential premature failure of lock levers. Affected units include specific lot numbers and model.
Potential for the Version 2 reprocessor connecting tube lock levers may fail prematurely.
Olympus is recalling OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor Connecting Tubes with model number MAJ-2138 because the lock levers might fail prematurely. This could lead to improper connections during medical procedures, potentially causing injury or equipment damage.
The lock levers in Version 2 reprocessor connecting tubes may fail prematurely, leading to improper connections during medical procedures. This could cause equipment damage or potential injury if the tubes disconnect unexpectedly during use.
Medical professionals using Olympus OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor Connecting Tubes with model MAJ-2138 are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers produced between 2009 and 2024.
Check for model number MAJ-2138 on the tube packaging or label. Affected units include specific lot numbers: 09A, 0XA, 0YA, 0ZA, 11A, 12A, 24A, 25A, 26A, 27A, 28A, 29A, 2XA, 2YA, 3XA, 3YA, 3ZA, 41A, 42A, 43A, 44A, 45A, 46A, 47A, 48A, 49A, 4XA, 4YA, 4ZA, 51A.
Identify the model number (MAJ-2138) and lot numbers on the tube packaging or label.
The lock levers in Version 2 reprocessor connecting tubes may fail prematurely, potentially causing improper connections during medical procedures.
Affected lot numbers include 09A, 0XA, 0YA, 0ZA, 11A, 12A, 24A, 25A, 26A, 27A, 28A, 29A, 2XA, 2YA, 3XA, 3YA, 3ZA, 41A, 42A, 43A, 44A, 45A, 46A, 47A, 48A, 49A, 4XA, 4YA, 4ZA, 51A.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; affected users should check their product details and contact Olympus for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1908-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1908-2026 from Olympus. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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