FDA Device recall Z-0478-2013
The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high-resolution color camera, an LED light source, a re…
- FDA Device
- Class I
- terminated
- Published 2012-12-19
On 2012-12-19 the FDA classified a Class I recall of The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high-resolution color camera, an LED light source, a re… by Verathon, citing re-usable video laryngoscope blades of the GlideScope GVL3, GVL4, and GVL5 were recalled due to potential cracking.
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-0478-2013 |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2012-10-25 |
| Published | 2012-12-19 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC |
| Company | Verathon |
| Distribution | US |
Product
The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high-resolution color camera, an LED light source, a rechargeable lithium battery, and video output to a remote monitor. It consists of a video laryngoscope and a portable video monitor. The affected GVL and Part numbers are GVL 3 0574-0007, GVL 4 0574-0001, and GVL 5 0574-0030. The GlideScope Video Laryngoscopes are intended for use by qualified medical professionals to obtain a clear, unobstructed view of the vocal cords for medical procedures.
Reason
Re-usable video laryngoscope blades of the GlideScope GVL3, GVL4, and GVL5 were recalled due to potential cracking.
Identifiers
| code_info | Serial numbers range for GVL3: 0574-0007/ MD105000 to MD112387; Serial numbers range for GVL4: 0574-0001/ LG105000 t…Serial numbers range for GVL3: 0574-0007/ MD105000 to MD112387; Serial numbers range for GVL4: 0574-0001/ LG105000 to LG112758; Serial numbers range for GVL5: 0574-0030/ XL105000 to XL111798. |
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Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0478-2013%22
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