Beckman Coulter AU5800 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer. An automated chemistry analyzer that measures analytes such as Glucose, Magnesium, and Potassium.

Due to a software data storage limitation which only occurs under certain conditions, measurements of the Reagent Blank (RB) or Calibration (CAL) sample results are not saved and …

Recall #: Z-0913-2013
Affected scope: 28 in U.S.; 4 Canada; 318 to other foreign countries.
Initiated: November 28, 2012

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Beckman Coulter Inc. recalled Beckman Coulter AU5800 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer. An automated chemistry analyzer that … - a moderate-severity action.

Beckman Coulter AU5800 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer. An automated chemistry analyzer that … was recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc. in March 13, 2013. Reason: Due to a software data storage limitation which only occurs under certain conditions, measurements of the Rea…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0913-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Beckman Coulter Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to a software data storage limitation which only occurs under certain conditions, measurements of the Rea….

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: March 13, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0913-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

Beckman Coulter AU5800 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer. An automated chemistry analyzer that measures analytes such as Glucose, Magnesium, and Potassium.

Reason for recall

Due to a software data storage limitation which only occurs under certain conditions, measurements of the Reagent Blank (RB) or Calibration (CAL) sample results are not saved and the software reverts to a previously stored, acceptable RB/CAL result.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Moderate (Class II)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	Z-0913-2013
Date reported	March 13, 2013
Date initiated	November 28, 2012
Recalling firm	Beckman Coulter Inc.
Firm location	Brea, CA
Affected scope	28 in U.S.; 4 Canada; 318 to other foreign countries.
Distribution	Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Korea Republic, Malaysia, Netherlands, Russian Federation,…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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What product was recalled? ▼

Beckman Coulter AU5800 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer. An automated chemistry analyzer that measures analytes such as Glucose, Magnesium, and Potassium.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter Inc.. Units affected: 28 in U.S.; 4 Canada; 318 to other foreign countries..

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0913-2013.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Korea Republic, Malaysia, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Viet Nam..

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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