FDA Recall Open, Classified

Atellica IM 1300 Analyzer, SMN 11066001

Recall: Z-0124-2022 · Initiated September 28, 2021

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0124-2022
Event Number
88792
Firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc
FEI Number
1219913
Product Code
JJE
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
September 28, 2021
Address
333 Coney St, East Walpole, MA, 02032-1516

Description

Atellica IM 1300 Analyzer, SMN 11066001

Reason

Ancillary reagent packs used on Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may overflow when pierced while on an analyzer located at an altitude of greater than 350m (1148ft) above sea level. As a result, customers at these altitudes may observe an increased number of Reagent Volume Check Errors.

Action

On September 27, 2021, the firm initiated notifications to affected customers. Customer distribution included all customers located in a city at an altitude of 350 meters (1148 feet) or higher. Customers were informed that Ancillary reagent packs used on Atellica IM 1300 and Atellica IM 1600 analyzers may overflow when pierced while on an analyzer located at an altitude of greater than 350 (m) or 1148 (ft) above sea level. The letters provide directions for mitigating the potential for leakage. If you have any questions, contact your local Siemens Healthineers technical support representative.

Distribution

Domestic distribution to AZ CA CO GA ID KS MO MT NC NE NM NV OH OK OR PA TN TX UT VA WA WI WY. Foreign distribution worldwide.

Quantity

1193