FDA Recall Open, Classified

Olympus MAJ-891 Forceps/Irrigation Plug (Isolated Type). Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-891. This instrument is designed to be attached to the instrument channel port of Olympus endoscopes to allow both irrigation and the use of endo-therapy accessories.

Recall: Z-0905-2025 · Initiated December 18, 2024

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0905-2025
Event Number
95898
Firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
FEI Number
2429304
Product Code
FBN
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Labeling design
Initiated
December 18, 2024
Posted
January 16, 2025
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA, 18034-8229

Description

Olympus MAJ-891 Forceps/Irrigation Plug (Isolated Type). Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-891. This instrument is designed to be attached to the instrument channel port of Olympus endoscopes to allow both irrigation and the use of endo-therapy accessories.

Reason

Potential for inadvertent retention of biomaterial when the reprocessing procedure is not performed as instructed, so as not completely removing and disassembling the device.

Action

Olympus notified consignees on about 12/18/2024 via letter. Consignees were instructed to utilize alternative devices to the MAJ-891 according to the provided compatibility table provided, ensure all personnel are completely knowledgeable and thoroughly trained on the content of this letter and the MAJ-891 reprocessing instructions, acknowledge receipt of the letter through the Olympus portal, https://olympusamerica.com/recall, and notify customers if the units have been further distributed. Additionally, Olympus will contact customers to schedule a mutually beneficial time for an Olympus Field Representative to visit each facility and review the contents of this letter and the MAJ-891 reprocessing instructions.

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

30,140 units