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Terminated

VITROS 5,1 FS Chemistry System, clinical chemistry analyzer

FDA Recall Z-2184-2019 · Posted None

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJIX
Date Initiated2019-07-08
Date Terminated2023-10-19
Product Quantity55

Reason for Recall

Potential Unsuccessful Calibration Due to Software Anomaly in VITROS System

Firm Action

Customers were notified prior to July 10, 2019. For the VITROS 250, 250AT, and 350 chemistry system: Do not use VITROS Calibrator Kit 32 to calibrate assays until an Ortho trained service personnel reconfigures your system(s) with the correct parameters for VITROS Calibrator Kit 32. Complete the enclosed Confirmation of Receipt form no later than July 15, 2019. Post this notification by each system that may use VITROS Calibrator Kit 32 until your system is reconfigured by an Ortho trained representative. Please forward this notification if the product was distributed outside of your facility. For the VITROS 4600,5600 and 5,1 FS chemistry System: If your system is configured with User Modified parameters, choose an option provided in the Interim Resolutions section listed above. Install ADD DRV 6040 or above upon availability. Complete the enclosed Confirmation of Receipt form no later than July 15, 2019. Post this notification either by each system that processes VITROS Calibrator Kit 32 or with your user documentation until DRV 6040 or above is installed on your system(s). Please forward this notification if the product was distributed outside of your facility. If you have further questions, please contact Ortho Care Technical Solutions Center at 1-800-421-3311.

Root Cause

Software design

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution. US nationwide including Puerto Rico, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, India, and Philippines.

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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