Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas Due to Olympus has received complaints regarding the breakage of...

Date: December 12, 2016
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

Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the ureter and kidney.

Quantity: 1,627 units (769 URF-V2 and 858 URF-V2R)

Why Was This Recalled?

Olympus has received complaints regarding the breakage of the endoscope's insertion tube bending section during surgical procedures. Some of these complaints are associated with tissue trauma, including perforation, and insertion tubes which were stuck inside the patient and had to be surgically removed.

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