FDAClass IIApril 1, 2026

Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps recall

Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 33 cm Product Name: Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 3006 Product…

Why was Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps recalled?

Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components for which the supplier did not adequately validate the welding process. Defective welds can result in the Cutting Forceps' jaw breaking during clinical use.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Model: 3006; UDI: 00821925035898; Lot Numbers: All unexpired;

Product
Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 33 cm Product Name: Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 3006 Product…
Recalling firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Quantity
164 units
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Mexico, EU, Australia, China, Singapore, Korea, Japan.
Recall date
April 1, 2026
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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