Roche COBAS INTEGRA c111 Analyzer, Chemistry (Photometric, Discrete), for clinical use Product Usage: The Roche COBAS INTEGRA c111 analyzer is an in-vitro diagnostic analyzer capable of performing clinical chemistry, specific protein and electrolyte tests. Analytes are measured photometrically or turbidimetrically. The analyzer also has an optional ISE module for measuring sodium, potassium and chloride.
FDA Recall Z-0387-2017 · Posted 2016-11-10
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Recalling FirmRoche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJJE
Date Initiated2016-09-27
Date Terminated2017-07-21
Product Quantity139
Reason for Recall
cobas c 111 analyzers (catalog numbers 04777433001 and
04528778001) with software versions up to and including 4.20 may encounter the following alarm:
7002: 108000572, A software error occurred. This alarm is generated due to a measurement timing
error. Under very rare conditions, the instrument may process two tests in the same cuvette if the run
restarts. If a used cuvette is used again result of the test(s) will be erroneous.
These erroneous results may not be flagged.
Falsely low or high patient results may lead to incorrect diagnostic measures and medical therapeutic
decisions. The medical risk depends on the parameter.
Firm Action
Roche sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION letter dated September 27, 2016 to the affected customers via courier. 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. Customers were asked to complete the attached fax form and fax it to 1-866-808-1159. For questions contact the Roche Support Network Customer Support Center at 1-800-428-2336.
Root Cause
Software design
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide Distribution
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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