Recall of Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears Due to Potential Detachment Risk
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Olympus Corporation of the Americas is recalling 490 units of the Thunderbeat II Shears due to a potential for the distal tip component to detach during use.
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This notice was issued by FDA on May 7, 2026 and geographically references International. 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 - FDA 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.
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Recall Article
What Happened
The recall was initiated because of the potential for detachment of a distal tip component of the device during use.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is the Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears w/Ultrasonic Mode, 5mm, 45cm, with Model Number: TB2-0545FC. Approximately 490 units are affected, including all lot numbers. The UDI-DI is 04953170440021, and distribution occurred internationally in the countries of Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas, as the recall was initiated via E-Mail, for further instructions.
Why This Matters
This recall involves medical devices that could lead to temporary or reversible adverse health consequences if the component detaches, highlighting the importance of device safety in healthcare.
Source
FDA Recall Notice Z-1854-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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