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FDA Devices recall · Reported February 11, 2026

COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isotonic buffered diluent in conjunction with a cyanide-free lytic agent for counting and sizing blood cells on all UniCel DxH Coulter Cellular Analysis Systems. For use as a rinsing agent on the UniCel DxH Slidemaker Stainers. For use as a diluent in conjunction with DxH ECO Cell Lyse for counting and sizing blood cells. For use as a rinsing agent.

Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with use with analyzers.

Recall #
Z-1221-2026
Affected scope
76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255)
Initiated
November 10, 2025
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Beckman Coulter, Inc. recalled COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isot… - a moderate-severity action.

COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isot… was recalled by Beckman Coulter, Inc. in February 11, 2026. Reason: Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1221-2026 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Beckman Coulter, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with ….

Moderate
severity level
76K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
February 11, 2026
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1221-2026 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1221-2026) was formally reported on February 11, 2026, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 10, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Beckman Coulter, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Miami, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255).

The documented reason for this recall is: Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with use with analyzers. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PA, Puerto …. 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

Moderate

Affected scope

76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255)

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isotonic buffered diluent in conjunction with a cyanide-free lytic agent for counting and sizing blood cells on all UniCel DxH Coulter Cellular Analysis Systems. For use as a rinsing agent on the UniCel DxH Slidemaker Stainers. For use as a diluent in conjunction with DxH ECO Cell Lyse for counting and sizing blood cells. For use as a rinsing agent.

Reason for recall

Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with use with analyzers.

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1221-2026
Date reported February 11, 2026
Date initiated November 10, 2025
Recalling firm Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Firm location Miami, FL
Affected scope 76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255)
Distribution Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PA, Puerto Rico, RI, SC, SD, TN…

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

Scale of Impact

76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255) units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
COULTER DxH Diluent, REF 628017 COULTER DxH ECO Diluent REF C67250 For use as an isotonic buffered diluent in conjunction with a cyanide-free lytic agent for counting and sizing blood cells on all UniCel DxH Coulter Cellular Analysis Systems. For use as a rinsing agent on the UniCel DxH Slidemaker Stainers. For use as a diluent in conjunction with DxH ECO Cell Lyse for counting and sizing blood cells. For use as a rinsing agent.. Recalled by Beckman Coulter, Inc.. Units affected: 76,098 units (US-61843 and OUS-14255).
Why was this product recalled?
Due to specific lots of diluents contributing to elevated platelet Daily Checks background counts cycle with use with analyzers.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 11, 2026. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1221-2026.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PA, Puerto Rico, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and WV. The countries of Argentina, Canada, Chile, Mexico, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Trinidad and Tobago, and Viet Nam..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1221-2026) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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