FDA Recall Open, Classified

Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf

Recall: Z-1888-2020 · Initiated April 7, 2020

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1888-2020
Event Number
85429
Firm
Inpeco S.A. Via San Gottardo 10 Lugano Switzerland
FEI Number
3010825766
Product Code
JJE
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Software design (manufacturing process)
Initiated
April 7, 2020

Description

Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf

Reason

The FlexLab Centrifuge Module loading algorithm may lead to unbalanced loads which could damage the centrifuge.

Action

The firm sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to all affected customers on March 30, 2020. The letter instructed the customers to complete and return the Customer Letter Receipt Confirmation and Implementation Check form. The firm explained that their regular service provider will contact them to schedule the firmware version upgrade.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution including the following states: Ohio, New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Texas, Delaware, California, Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland, Rhode Island, Alabama, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Minnesota, Alabama, Montana, Louisiana, New Jersey, Virginia, New Hampshire, Michigan, North Carolina, Washington, Iowa, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Missouri

Quantity

23 units