Olympus recalls Thunderbeat 5mm 35cm Front-Actuated Grip Type S due to reported safety issues. Learn about affected models and what to do.
Firm is initiating a removal due to continued reports of adverse events.
Olympus is recalling its Thunderbeat 5mm 35cm Front-Actuated Grip Type S models because of continued reports of adverse events. This recall affects all units with the specified model numbers and UDI codes.
The hazard is described as 'continued reports of adverse events,' but the exact nature of the problem is not specified in the recall notice. The manufacturer is initiating removal without detailing the specific risks or how they occur.
The recall affects owners of Olympus Thunderbeat 5mm 35cm Front-Actuated Grip Type S models. Users with the specific model numbers and UDI codes listed are most at risk.
Check for the model number TB-0535FCS and UDI codes 04953170383564, 04953170383557, 04953170409677, or 04953170383540 on the product. All lots of this specific model are affected.
Identify the model number and UDI codes to confirm if your product is affected.
The recall is initiated due to continued reports of adverse events, but the specific nature of the events is not detailed in the notice.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking if your product matches the affected model numbers.
The recall mentions 'continued reports of adverse events,' but the exact hazards are not described in the official notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1372-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1372-2026 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
