Olympus Single Use Distal Cover Recall

Source: Health Canada · National

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Health Canada recalls Olympus MAJ-2315 Single Use Distal Cover lots H3601 and after due to risk of incorrect attachment to the scope.

What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Health Canada on July 13, 2026 and geographically references National. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.

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What Happened

Olympus has developed a newly designed version of the MAJ-2315 to help mitigate the risk of incorrect attachment of the distal cover to the scope.

Which Products Are Affected

  • Product: Single Use Distal Cover
  • Model/catalogue number: MAJ-2315
  • Lot or serial number: H3601 and after
  • Company: Olympus Medical Systems Corp., 2951 Ishikawa-Cho, Hachioji-Shi, Tokyo-To, Japan, 192-8507

What You Should Do

Users should stop using the old design and set aside for return once the new design of the MAJ-2315 has been received.

Why This Matters

The recall addresses a potential risk associated with incorrect attachment of the distal cover during medical procedures.

Source

Health Canada

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about?
Health Canada recalls Olympus MAJ-2315 Single Use Distal Cover lots H3601 and after due to risk of incorrect attachment to the scope.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects National. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Product & Food Recalls updates?
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