Olympus Corporation of the Americas: Medical Device Recall in 2023 - (Recall #: Z-1132-2023)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2023.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

EVIS EXERA III Colonovideoscope-For endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the lower digestive tract (including the anus, rectum, sigmoid colon, colon, and ileocecal valve) Model/Serial: CF-Q180AL

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 21, 2022

Date Posted: February 22, 2023

Recall Number: Z-1132-2023

Event ID: 91411

Reason for Recall:

A single CF-Q180AL colonovideoscope was utilized in a veterinary endoscopy procedure in advance of being assigned to a medical facility as a service loaner in error, potential for microbial contamination

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 1 unit

Code Information:

UDI: 04953170202315 Serial number 2807443

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, FL, GA, NY, OR, VA.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated