FDA Recall Terminated

Cobas connection module (CCM) - OUTPUT UNIT The module CCM enables a unidirectional connection of the pre-analytical systems cobas p 612/ p 512 to analysis instruments from Roche Diagnostics, Hitachi or Sysmex by means of the Aloka transportation system

Recall: Z-2223-2017 · Initiated May 9, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2223-2017
Event Number
77243
Firm
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
FEI Number
1823260
Product Code
JQP
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
May 9, 2017
Terminated
February 2, 2018
Address
9115 Hague Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46256-1025

Description

Cobas connection module (CCM) - OUTPUT UNIT The module CCM enables a unidirectional connection of the pre-analytical systems cobas p 612/ p 512 to analysis instruments from Roche Diagnostics, Hitachi or Sysmex by means of the Aloka transportation system

Reason

a gap between the conveyor belt and the rack tray table (plastic part) may cause vibration of the 5 position racks during the transport. This issue can pose a potential risk to involved operators and can also lead to potential cross contamination of samples in the affected racks.

Action

Roche sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter dated May 9, 2017, to all affected consignees via e-mail. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Consignees were asked to complete the attached form and fax it to 877-906-8982 or email to [email protected]. Consignees with questions were instructed to contact the Roche Support Network Customer Support Center at 1-800-428-2336.

Distribution

US distribution to WA only.

Quantity

3