Olympus HF Cable Recall
Summary
Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Olympus HF Cable (Model WA00014A) due to performance issues leading to insulation wear, corrosion, and failure. The recall follows 109 complaints, including 17 reports of minor burns, though no serious injuries were reported.
What changed
Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Olympus HF Cable, model WA00014A. The recall was initiated following 109 complaints, 17 of which involved minor burns, stemming from the device's use beyond its service life, leading to insulation wear, corrosion, and failure. The manufacturer, Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH, is involved in this action.
Healthcare providers using this device should contact the manufacturer for additional information and to understand the implications of the recall. While no serious injuries have been reported, the potential for burns necessitates careful review of device usage and maintenance protocols to prevent further incidents.
What to do next
- Contact the manufacturer for additional information regarding the Olympus HF Cable recall.
- Review device usage and maintenance protocols to ensure compliance with service life guidelines.
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Health product recall
Olympus HF Cable
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2026-03-24
Summary
Product Olympus HF Cable Issue Medical devices - Performance What to do
Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
Audience Healthcare
Affected products
| Affected products | Lot or serial number | Model or catalogue number |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HF Cable | More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer. | WA00014A |
Issue
Olympus received a complaint involving a thermal event with an HF cable during a procedure, causing a user burn. Investigation showed the device was used beyond IFU-defined service life, leading to insulation wear, corrosion, and failure. A four-year review identified 109 complaints, with no serious injuries and 17 minor burns.
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Details
Original published date:
2026-03-24
Alert / recall type Health product recall Category Health products - Medical devices - Gastroenterology and urology Companies Olympus Winter & Ibe GmbH
Kuehnstrasse 61, Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany, 22045
Published by Health Canada Audience Healthcare Recall class Type II Recall date
2026-03-24
Identification number RA-81789
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