Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Date Initiated2024-12-19
Product Quantity3,249 units (905 US, 2,344 OUS)
Reason for Recall
The VITROS 5600 Integrated System software versions 3.8.0 may not correctly notify users if the Signal Reagent Pack exceeds the on-board and/or shelf-life expiration date. This could result in the use of expired products, which would increase the risk of no results or erroneous results from the instrument.
Firm Action
On December 19, 2024 URGENT PRODUCT CORRECTION NOTIFICATION letters were sent to customers. REQUIRED ACTION
" Do not use expired Signal Reagent packs. See the Questions & Answers section for more details.
" Complete the enclosed Confirmation of Receipt form no later than December 31, 2024.
" Save this notification with your User Documentation or post this notification by each VITROS 3600/5600/XT 7600 System in your laboratory until the issue has been resolved.
Contact Information
We apologize for the inconvenience this will cause your laboratory. If you have further questions, please contact Global Services Organization at 1-800-421-3311.
To report adverse events, contact your local Global Services Organization. Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm, 1-800-332-1088.
Root Cause
Software Design Change
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom.
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.