Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported June 5, 2019
Potential loose cable connections on the reagent cooler, which could result in temperature errors and eventual reagent cooler failure. Could cause burn and shock injuries to users…
Abbott Gmbh & Co. Kg recalled Alinity i Processing Module, 03R65 01, with the below components. a. TED (Thermo Elect… - a moderate-severity action.
Alinity i Processing Module, 03R65 01, with the below components. a. TED (Thermo Elect… was recalled by Abbott Gmbh & Co. Kg in June 5, 2019. Reason: Potential loose cable connections on the reagent cooler, which could result in temperature errors and eventua…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1497-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Abbott Gmbh & Co. Kg issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential loose cable connections on the reagent cooler, which could result in temperature errors and eventua….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1497-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1497-2019) was formally reported on June 5, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 5, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Abbott Gmbh & Co. Kg is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Wiesbaden, N/A. Federal records list the affected scope as 373 units total.
The documented reason for this recall is: Potential loose cable connections on the reagent cooler, which could result in temperature errors and eventual reagent cooler failure. Could cause burn and shock injuries to users and a delay in test results. Device des… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide to Oklahoma and Texas. Distributed worldwide to ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, COLOMBIA, CROATIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMA…. 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
373 units total
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Alinity i Processing Module, 03R65 01, with the below components. a. TED (Thermo Electric Device) Engine, Reagent cooler; b. CABLE, POWER OUT, TED CNTRLER Product Usage: The Alinity i processing module is a fully automated immunoassay analyzer allowing random and continuous access, as well as priority and automated retest processing using chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) technology. CMIA technology is used to determine the presence of antigens, antibodies, and analytes in samples.
Potential loose cable connections on the reagent cooler, which could result in temperature errors and eventual reagent cooler failure. Could cause burn and shock injuries to users and a delay in test results. Device design has mitigated this risk, but it is a possibility.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1497-2019 |
| Date reported | June 5, 2019 |
| Date initiated | April 5, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Abbott Gmbh & Co. Kg |
| Firm location | Wiesbaden, N/A |
| Affected scope | 373 units total |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide to Oklahoma and Texas. Distributed worldwide to ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHILE, CHINA, COLOMBIA, CROATIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HONG KON… |
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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