Olympus recalls disposable grasper forceps FG-51D (lots from Jan 2017) due to improper force requirements. Affected lots include 01K-0ZK, 11K-19K, 71K-7ZK, 81K-8ZK, 91K-9ZK. Consumers should check lot numbers.
Forceps do not comply with Olympus standards for the amount of force required to open and close the forceps
Olympus is recalling disposable grasper forceps FG-51D that may not open or close properly due to compliance issues with their own standards. This could lead to difficulty in use, but the recall does not indicate a risk of injury.
The forceps do not meet Olympus' internal standards for the force required to open and close them. This could cause the forceps to be difficult to use, but there is no indication of injury risk.
Users of disposable grasper forceps FG-51D with lot numbers from January 2017 onward are affected. Medical professionals and lab technicians who use these forceps are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the forceps packaging. Affected lots include 01K-0ZK, 11K-19K, 71K-7ZK, 81K-8ZK, and 91K-9ZK from January 2017 onward.
Look for the lot number on the forceps packaging to determine if it is affected.
The recall states the forceps do not comply with Olympus standards for force requirements, but there is no mention of injury risk.
Affected lot numbers include 01K-0ZK, 11K-19K, 71K-7ZK, 81K-8ZK, and 91K-9ZK from January 2017 onward.
Check the lot number on the packaging; affected lots are listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1122-2022 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1122-2022 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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