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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Brand Name: VITROS Product Name: VITROS 5600 Integrated System Model/Catalog Number: 6802413 (New), 6802415 (Certified/Refurbished), 6904001 (China) Software Version: version 3.8.0 or higher Product Description: In vitro diagnostic chemistry analyzer. FDA 3 letter product code: JJE Component: No, not a component

Reported: January 29, 2025 Initiated: December 19, 2024 #Z-1005-2025

Product Description

Brand Name: VITROS Product Name: VITROS 5600 Integrated System Model/Catalog Number: 6802413 (New), 6802415 (Certified/Refurbished), 6904001 (China) Software Version: version 3.8.0 or higher Product Description: In vitro diagnostic chemistry analyzer. FDA 3 letter product code: JJE Component: No, not a component

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.

Details

Units Affected
3,249 units (905 US, 2,344 OUS)
Distribution
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.
Location
Rochester, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: VITROS Product Name: VITROS 5600 Integrated System Model/Catalog Number: 6802413 (New), 6802415 (Certified/Refurbished), 6904001 (China) Software Version: version 3.8.0 or higher Product Description: In vitro diagnostic chemistry analyzer. FDA 3 letter product code: JJE Component: No, not a component. Recalled by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, INc.. Units affected: 3,249 units (905 US, 2,344 OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 29, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1005-2025.