Severity
Low
FDA Devices recall · Reported November 19, 2014
A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. recalled IMMULITE Calcitonin Control Module (IMMULITE, IMMULITE 1000, IMMULITE 2000, IMMULITE 2000… - a low-severity action.
IMMULITE Calcitonin Control Module (IMMULITE, IMMULITE 1000, IMMULITE 2000, IMMULITE 2000… was recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. in November 19, 2014. Reason: A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0212-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall-A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use..
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0212-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0212-2015) was formally reported on November 19, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 20, 2014. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Tarrytown, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 2212 units (92 units domestically & 2120 units internationally).
The documented reason for this recall is: A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution including the states of FL, KY, MN, MA, PA, UT, NY, VA and CA., and the countries of Algeria, Australia, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameron, Chile, China, Col…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Severity
Low
Affected scope
2212 units (92 units domestically & 2120 units internationally)
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
IMMULITE Calcitonin Control Module (IMMULITE, IMMULITE 1000, IMMULITE 2000, IMMULITE 2000 XPi) For in vitro diagnostic use with IMMULITE¿ Systems Analyzers for the quantitative measurement of calcitonin (thyrocalcitonin) in human serum or heparinized plasma, as an aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases involving the thyroid and parathyroid glands, including carcinoma and hyperparathyroidism.
A typographical error regarding the expiration date was identified in the control module instructions for use.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0212-2015 |
| Date reported | November 19, 2014 |
| Date initiated | October 20, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. |
| Firm location | Tarrytown, NY |
| Affected scope | 2212 units (92 units domestically & 2120 units internationally) |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution including the states of FL, KY, MN, MA, PA, UT, NY, VA and CA., and the countries of Algeria, Australia, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameron, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, C… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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