Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Olympus CHF-CB30S Choledoscope Intended Use: The device was designed to Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas Due to The CHF-CB30S Device did not have a 510(k)...

Date: August 31, 2020
Company: Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas directly.

Affected Products

Olympus CHF-CB30S Choledoscope Intended Use: The device was designed to be used with an Olympus TV camera system, light source, TV monitor, endo-therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the biliary tract (common bile duct, cystic duct, and hepatic duct).

Quantity: 193 devices distributed in the U.S. 548 devices distributed globally.

Why Was This Recalled?

The CHF-CB30S Device did not have a 510(k) clearance. Additionally, the device has been associated with breakage of the insertion section and protrusion of metal parts, as well as breakage and displacement of the rubber on the bending section during surgical procedures.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 378 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report