Olympus Corporation of the Americas: Medical Device Recall in 2024 - (Recall #: Z-0697-2024)

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:

Olympus ENDOEYE HD II Rigid Videoscope Catalog Numbers: WA50040A, WA50042A -used with a video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitor, hand instruments, electrosurgical unit, and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the thoracic and abdominal cavities including the female reproductive organs.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 6, 2023

Date Posted: January 17, 2024

Recall Number: Z-0697-2024

Event ID: 93601

Reason for Recall:

Reports of a pink or green coloration of the image. If the issue is encountered during a procedure, device exchange could potentially result in prolonged surgery; potential visual impacts mucosal injury or bleeding may occur.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: WA50040A : 561 units; WA50042A: 857 units

Code Information:

UDI-DI: WA50040A: 04042761074964 WA50042A: 04042761074971 All Serial Numbers

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated