Olympus recalls colonoscopes with model PCF-H190DL that may fail due to vibration, temperature changes, or shock. Affected units have specific serial numbers. Consumers should contact Olympus for details.
Specific repaired colonovideoscopes were assembled without an adhesive which protects them from certain physical conditions such as high levels of vibration, fluctuation in temperature or severe shock loads.
Olympus is recalling colonoscopes with model number PCF-H190DL because they were assembled without proper adhesive protection against vibration, temperature fluctuations, or shock. This could lead to equipment failure during use, potentially causing injury or inaccurate results.
The colonoscope lacks adhesive protection that normally prevents damage from high vibration, temperature changes, or severe shocks. This could cause the device to malfunction during procedures, leading to inaccurate results or potential injury.
Medical professionals who use the colonoscope for procedures are most at risk. Patients using the recalled model may experience inaccurate results or equipment failure during procedures.
Check for the model number PCF-H190DL on the device. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, including 2046148, 2046377, and other numbers provided in the official recall list.
Look for the model number PCF-H190DL on the colonoscope to confirm if it is affected.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for specific guidance on whether your device is affected and next steps.
The colonoscope was assembled without proper adhesive protection against vibration, temperature changes, or shock, which could cause it to malfunction during procedures.
The affected model is PCF-H190DL with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
No, the recall indicates a low risk of damage, but you should check if your device is affected and contact Olympus for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1210-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1210-2024 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.
