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WarningRecall #Z-1854-2026Medical Device

Olympus Corporation of the Americas Recalls Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears w/Ultrasonic Mode

Olympus Corporation of the Americas · Class II — Moderate Risk

Hospital operating room medical equipment — representative photo for FDA medical device recall
A hospital operating room with medical equipment (representative file photo). Specific recalled device: see recall details below. Photo: FDA / Public Domain.

Product Description

Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears w/Ultrasonic Mode, 5mm, 45cm. Model Number: TB2-0545FC.

Reason for Recall

Potential for detachment of a distal tip component of the device during use.

FDA Classification

Class II — Moderate Risk

A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

Distribution

International distribution in the countries of Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using this product. Contact the recalling firm for further instructions regarding this product.

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