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Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears

Olympus is recalling Thunderbeat II Shears (Model TB2-0520FC) due to the risk of a distal tip component detaching during use.

What to do

Stop using the affected device immediately and contact Olympus for further instructions regarding return or replacement.

Posted

2026-03-23

Updated

2026-06-05

Recall No.

Z-1854-2026

Agency

FDA

Firm

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Recall ID

98550

Status

ONGOING

Why it was recalled

Potential for detachment of a distal tip component of the device during use.

How to identify it

UPC 04953170440021

Olympus Thunderbeat II Shears w/Ultrasonic Mode, 5mm, 45cm. Model Number: TB2-0545FC.

Official source

View on U.S. Food and Drug Administration →

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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · last updated 2026-06-05 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification