Brand Name: Olympus Thunderbeat Front-Actuated Grip Type S Hand Instrument Product Name: THUNDERBEAT 5 mm,35 cm ,Front-actuated Grip Type S Model Number: TB-0535FCS Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Thunderbeat instrument is a sterile, single use item which is intended to be used with the Ultrasonic Generator (USG-400), the Electrosurgical Generator (WSG-400), and the Thunderbeat Transducer, (TD-TB400).

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Model: TB-0535FCS; Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630; UDI: 04953170383540, 04953170383547; Lots: All
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Reason for Recall:
The probe tips of the hand instruments are being damaged or breaking including pad damage and detachment.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Brand Name: Olympus Thunderbeat Front-Actuated Grip Type S Hand Instrument Product Name: THUNDERBEAT 5 mm,35 cm ,Front-actuated Grip Type S Model Number: TB-0535FCS Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Thunderbeat instrument is a sterile, single use item which is intended to be used with the Ultrasonic Generator (USG-400), the Electrosurgical Generator (WSG-400), and the Thunderbeat Transducer, (TD-TB400).

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Model: TB-0535FCS; Catalog Number/Product Code: N5423630; UDI: 04953170383540, 04953170383547; Lots: All

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0997-2025

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