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 GIF-H180J Gastrointestinal Videoscope - Product Usage: These endoscopes are Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas Due to The adhesive used in the repair of the...

Date: December 17, 2018
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 GIF-H180J Gastrointestinal Videoscope - Product Usage: These endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the gastrointestinal tract.

Quantity: 1

Why Was This Recalled?

The adhesive used in the repair of the endoscope was incorrectly prepared. It is unknown what affect the nonconforming adhesive mixture would have on the durability or effectiveness of the gluing operation for the endoscope repair.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Olympus Corporation of the Americas

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