FDA Recall Terminated

Coulter HmX Hematology Analyzer, Part number: 6605522, 6605523, 6605524. HmX Hematology Analyzer / HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader PN 4237523 Rev C. The COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer is a quantitative, automated hematology analyzer and leukocyte differential cell counter for In Vitro Diagnostic Use in clinical laboratories.

Recall: Z-0600-2012 · Initiated October 13, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0600-2012
Event Number
60367
Firm
Beckman Coulter Inc.
FEI Number
2050012
Product Code
GKZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
October 13, 2011
Posted
January 11, 2012
Terminated
June 1, 2012
Address
250 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, CA, 92821-6232

Description

Coulter HmX Hematology Analyzer, Part number: 6605522, 6605523, 6605524. HmX Hematology Analyzer / HmX Hematology Analyzer with Autoloader PN 4237523 Rev C. The COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer is a quantitative, automated hematology analyzer and leukocyte differential cell counter for In Vitro Diagnostic Use in clinical laboratories.

Reason

The recall was initiated because Beckman has identified a problem with Integrated Circuit chips used in different boards throughout the analyzer.

Action

Beckman Coulter sent an "URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION" letter dated October 13, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were instructed to contact Beckman Coulter Service at (800) 526-7694 if they were experiencing failures. Customers not experiencing failures, but their system may have the suspect chips, were told they would be contacted by Beckman Coulter Service to correct their problem. Customers were also instructed to complete and return an enclosed Response Form.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution.

Quantity

6 units total