Olympus recalls OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor Connecting Tubes (Model MAJ-2118) due to potential premature failure of lock levers. Affected units include specific lot numbers and may require replacement to prevent malfunction.
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-2118 because the lock levers might fail early. This could lead to improper connections during medical procedures. Affected users should check their lot numbers and contact Olympus for replacement.
The lock levers in Version 2 reprocessor connecting tubes may fail prematurely, which could cause improper connections during medical procedures. This might lead to equipment malfunction or incorrect use of the reprocessor.
Medical professionals using Olympus OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor Connecting Tubes with model MAJ-2118 and specific lot numbers are most at risk. The recall affects hospitals and clinics that use these tubes for medical procedures.
Check the model number on the tube (MAJ-2118) and the lot number (e.g., 09A, 11A, 23A, etc.) listed in the recall notice. The product is sold under the Olympus OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor brand.
Identify the model number (MAJ-2118) and lot number from the tube's label to confirm if it is affected.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for replacement or further instructions based on your specific lot number.
The model number is MAJ-2118.
Affected lot numbers include 09A, 0XA, 0YA, 0ZA, 11A, 12A, 23A, 24A, 25A, 26A, 27A, 28A, 2YA, 34A, 35A, 36A, 37A, 38A, 3XA, 3YA, 3ZA, 41A, 42A, 43A, 44A, 45A, 46A, 47A, 48A, 49A, 4XA, 4YA, 4ZA, 51A.
Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas directly for replacement options based on your lot number.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1906-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1906-2026 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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