Class II — Verathon, Inc.
| Recalling firm | Verathon Inc. |
|---|---|
| Registered facility | Verathon Inc. (the firm's only registered facility) |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Certain models and serial numbers of GlideScope GVL and AVL laryngoscope blades may separate, due to inadequate bonding of the silicone adhesive affixing the halves of the blade. The potential for blade separation may not be readily visible during routine inspection before or after intubation. |
| Product | GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL), Part Number GVL 3 - 0574-0007; GVL 4 - 0574-0001; GVL 5- 0574-0030. The system consists of a video laryngoscope and portable video monitor. 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. GVL is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high resolution color camera, an LED light source and video output to a remote monitor. |
| Quantity | total 612 units (394 units in the US and 218 units outside the US) |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide including Puerto Rico) and Internationally to Bahrain, Belgium, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, China , Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, India , Indonesia, Iran , Israel, Italy , Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Republic of Serbia, Saudi Arab… |
| Initiated | 2015-11-30 |
| Classified | 2015-12-15 |
| Terminated | 2016-08-22 |
| Recall number | Z-0420-2016 |
| Initiation | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Source: U.S. FDA via openFDA (opens in a new tab) (device registration & enforcement). Data as of 2026-10-06. Verify this recall record at FDA → (opens in a new tab)
Cite this record
RegWarden. “Class II recall — Verathon, Inc. (Z-0420-2016).” Compiled from U.S. FDA public records (openFDA; FDA Data Dashboard). Data as of 2026-10-06. https://regwarden.com/recall/72642/
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