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Class II Recall

Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.

LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding by LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH. Reason: An issue with safe usage of the device was identified whereby toxic smoke and internal fire developed resulting from a problem associated with the sea.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2529-2024

Action Date

2024-08-14

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.

Lot/Code Info: Model/Catalog Number: 14039354100; UDI-DI: 04049188194763, Serial numbers: 58, 62, 98, 99, 101, 117,120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125, 127, 128, 129, 177, 178, 179, 180, 181, 185, 186, 218, 222, 223, 279, 282, 284, 286, 287, 288, 289, 290, 291, 292, 314, 315, 317, 318, 319, 321, 322, 353, 354, 355, 356, 357, 358, 360, 363, 365, 366, 371, 478, 480, 483, 484, 487, 488, 489, 490, 491, 492, 553, 560, 561, 562, 584, 586, 588, 589, 590, 593, 597, 643, 644, 647, 649, 650, 651, 652, 653, 656, 658, 659, 697, 698, 705, 710, 714, 715, 716, 717, 739, 740, 741, 742, 743, 757, 819, 820, 821, 822, 825, 826, 827, 828, 829, 830, 831, 832, 878, 879, 880, 881, 882, 883, 884, 885, 886, 887, 888, 889, 890, 891, 892, 893, 894, 896, 897, 898, 900, 901, 904, 906, 907, 909, 911, 919, 921, 922, 923, 924, 927, 928, 930, 1113, 1114, 1115, 1116, 1117, 1118, 1123, 1124, 1198, 1199, 1200, 1201, 1202, 1203, 1204, 1205, 1206, 1207, 1212, 1216, 1217, 1266, 1267, 1268, 1271, 1273, 1274, 1277, 1278, 1279, 1280, 1283, and 1285. Model/Catalog Number: 14039357258; UDI-DI: 04049188205971, serial number 5033.

Quantity Affected: 180 devices

Reason for Recall

An issue with safe usage of the device was identified whereby toxic smoke and internal fire developed resulting from a problem associated with the sealing of the paraffin tank.

Distribution

US Nationwide, including government distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-05-10

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 158 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls.

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 (LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH have FDA actions?

LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2529-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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