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Class I Recall

Olympus MAJ-891 Forceps/Irrigation Plug (Isolated Type). Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-891. This instrument is design

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Olympus MAJ-891 Forceps/Irrigation Plug (Isolated Type). Model/Catalog Number: M by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Reason: Potential for inadvertent retention of biomaterial when the reprocessing procedure is not performed as instructed, so as not completely removing and d.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0905-2025

Action Date

2025-01-22

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product 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.

Lot/Code Info: Model Number: MAJ-891. UDI-DI: 04953170063114. All lot numbers.

Quantity Affected: 30,140 units

Reason for Recall

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

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-12-18

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 249 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Olympus Corporation of the Americas) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Olympus Corporation of the Americas have FDA actions?

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0905-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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