Olympus Corporation of the Americas: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-2629-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

High Frequency Resection Electrodes, endoscope, ac-powered and accessories The electrodes are used for endoscopic diagnosis and treatment in urological and gynecological applications.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 19, 2017

Date Posted: July 5, 2017

Recall Number: Z-2629-2017

Event ID: 77297

Reason for Recall:

Loop wires breaking at the distal end of the Monopolar HF Resection Electrodes.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 1264 units

Code Information:

Model: A22201C - Resection electrode, loop style Lot # 16123P03L001, 16124P03L001, 16131P03L001, 16139P03L001, 16140P03L001, 16144P03L001, 16144P03L002, 16144P03L003, 16155P03L001, 16169P03L001,16173P03L001, 16174P03L001 16174P03L002, 16223P03L001,16224P03L001,16236P03L001 P16X0001, P16X0002,P16X0003,P16X0004,P16Y0001,P16Y0002 P16Y0003,P16Y0004,P16Y0005,P16Y0006,P16Y0007,P16z0001 P16Z0002,P16Z0003,P1710001,P1720001,P1720002 Model: WA22037C - Resection electrode, loop style Lot # 16195P04L001, 16215P04L001, P16Y0001

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated