# FDA recall Z-1945-2018

> **Olsen Medical** · Class II · device recall initiated 2018-05-11.

## Product

Symmetry Olsen monopolar forceps:   (a) Insulated Potts-Smith Forceps 8" (20.3cm) Serrated Tips, REF 20-2650K, QTY 10  (b) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 8.25" (21.0cm) Serrated 1.5mm Tips, REF 20-2920HK, QTY 10  (c) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 8.5" (21.6cm) Serrated 1.5mm Tips, REF 20-2920K, QTY 10  (d) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 7.5" (19.1cm) 1.5mm Cathedral Tips, REF 20-2960HK, QTY 10

## Reason for recall

Products may encroach into the sterile pouch seal thereby increasing the risk of the seal being compromised.

## Distribution

Worldwide Distribution

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1945-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Olsen Medical
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2018-05-11
- **Report date:** 2018-06-06
- **Termination date:** 2019-04-15

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Louisville, KY, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1945-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1945-2018. Retrieved 2026-06-02 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1945-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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