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Class II Recall

Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer- multi-component system for in vitro diagnostic testing of clinical specimens SMN 11066000

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer- multi-component system for in vitro diagnostic testi by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Reason: Valves used on the Atellica CH 930, Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may develop a malfunction due to a manufacturing defect and may re.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2028-2021

Action Date

2021-07-14

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer- multi-component system for in vitro diagnostic testing of clinical specimens SMN 11066000

Lot/Code Info: Effected serial range: IH00876 IH01451 and IRH00258xxxx IRH01169xxxx Note: xxxx in serial number is any number. UDI: 00630414002026

Quantity Affected: US: 123 OUS: 751

Reason for Recall

Valves used on the Atellica CH 930, Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may develop a malfunction due to a manufacturing defect and may result in the valve wearing and leaking over time. The leaking is a risk in valves subject to high pressure or high wear and may impact the result accuracy of any assay.

Distribution

Nationwide Foreign: Country Name Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Burkina Faso Canada Chile Colombia Croatia Cura¿ao Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Ecuador Egypt Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Japan Kenya Kuwait Latvia Libya Lithuania Malaysia Mexico Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Norway Oman P.R. China Pakistan Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Qatar Republic Korea Romania Russian Fed. Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey U.A.E. Uganda Ukraine United Kingdom Uruguay Vatikancity Vietnam

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-05-13

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 153 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. has 166 FDA actions in our database, including 142 recalls and 24 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. have FDA actions?

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. has 166 FDA actions in our database, including 142 recalls and 24 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2028-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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