Karl Storz Endoscopy: Medical Device Recall in 2024 - (Recall #: Z-1474-2024)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2024.

Data Source: FDA.
Product Description:

Karl Storz SE & CO. KG, REF 723014, Uvula Retractor, For Veterinary Use Only, Rx Only

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: February 27, 2024
Date Posted: April 10, 2024
Recall Number: Z-1474-2024
Event ID: 94171
Reason for Recall:

Inadequate reprocessing validation evidence

Status: Ongoing
Product Quantity: 147 Units
Code Information:

UDI: 04048551193587/ All Lots

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide distribution in the states of AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO , ND, NY, OH, OR, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated