FDA Recall Open, Classified

Brand Name: Olympus Thunderbeat Front-Actuated Grip Type S Hand Instrument Product Name: THUNDERBEAT 5 mm,35 cm ,Front-actuated Grip Type S Model Number: TB-0535FCS Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Thunderbeat instrument is a sterile, single use item which is intended to be used with the Ultrasonic Generator (USG-400), the Electrosurgical Generator (WSG-400), and the Thunderbeat Transducer, (TD-TB400).

Recall: Z-0997-2025 · Initiated November 25, 2024

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0997-2025
Event Number
95950
Firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
FEI Number
2429304
Product Code
LFL
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
November 25, 2024
Posted
January 21, 2025
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA, 18034-8229

Description

Brand Name: Olympus Thunderbeat Front-Actuated Grip Type S Hand Instrument Product Name: THUNDERBEAT 5 mm,35 cm ,Front-actuated Grip Type S Model Number: TB-0535FCS Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Thunderbeat instrument is a sterile, single use item which is intended to be used with the Ultrasonic Generator (USG-400), the Electrosurgical Generator (WSG-400), and the Thunderbeat Transducer, (TD-TB400).

Reason

The probe tips of the hand instruments are being damaged or breaking including pad damage and detachment.

Action

On December 20, 2024, URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE: ADVISORY letters were sent to customers. Actions Required: Olympus requires you to take the following actions: 1. Carefully read the content of this FSN. 2. Ensure all personnel are completely knowledgeable and thoroughly trained on the content of this FSN and the relevant IFU. 3. Olympus requests that you acknowledge receipt of this FSN through our web portal: a. Go to https://olympusamerica.com/recall b. Enter the recall number "0462 c. Complete the form as instructed and include your account ID number: [XXXXXXXX] d. Indicating in the comments if you would like to receive in-service training to support the correct use of this device. 4. If you have further distributed this product, identify your customers, and forward this FSN to them. Olympus requests that you report any complaints, including probe damage or pad detachment, to Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 1- 800-848-9024 (option 1), and the FDA. Adverse events experienced with the use of this product may also be reported to the FDA s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail, or by fax. Olympus fully appreciates your prompt cooperation. If you require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at (647) 999-3203 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution and International: Algeria, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bolivia, Bosnia-Herz., Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Cote d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Guernsey, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Nepale, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Utd.Arab Emir., Vietnam, Yemen.

Quantity

54,500 units (OUS ONLY)