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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 8, 2016

Dimension Vista 500 Intelligent Lab System running on software versions V.3.6.1 SP1 or V.3.6.2, Device listing # D011374, All serial numbers and lots are affected. The Dimension Vista System is an in vitro diagnostic device intended to duplicate manual analytical procedures such as pipetting, mixing, heating, and measuring spectral intensities to determine a variety of analytes in human body fluids. Dimension Vista chemical and immunochemical applications use photometric, turbidimetric, chemil

Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a software defect which, in a very specific set of circumstances, results in t…

Recall #
Z-1885-2016
Affected scope
1301 units
Initiated
March 24, 2016
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Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. recalled Dimension Vista 500 Intelligent Lab System running on software versions V.3.6.1 SP1 or V.… - a moderate-severity action.

Dimension Vista 500 Intelligent Lab System running on software versions V.3.6.1 SP1 or V.… was recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. in June 8, 2016. Reason: Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a softwa…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1885-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a softwa….

Moderate
severity level
1K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
June 8, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1885-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1885-2016) was formally reported on June 8, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 24, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Brookfield, CT. Federal records list the affected scope as 1301 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a software defect which, in a very specific set of circumstances, results in the Dimension Vista System omitting an al… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, , ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY…. 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

1301 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Dimension Vista 500 Intelligent Lab System running on software versions V.3.6.1 SP1 or V.3.6.2, Device listing # D011374, All serial numbers and lots are affected. The Dimension Vista System is an in vitro diagnostic device intended to duplicate manual analytical procedures such as pipetting, mixing, heating, and measuring spectral intensities to determine a variety of analytes in human body fluids. Dimension Vista chemical and immunochemical applications use photometric, turbidimetric, chemiluminescence, nephelometric and integrated ion-selective multisensor technology for clinical use

Reason for recall

Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a software defect which, in a very specific set of circumstances, results in the Dimension Vista System omitting an aliquot probe rinse between sample aspirations when processing tubes in Sample Racks that are front loaded on the Dimension Vista System.

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-1885-2016
Date reported June 8, 2016
Date initiated March 24, 2016
Recalling firm Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.
Firm location Brookfield, CT
Affected scope 1301 units
Distribution Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, , ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY and Puerto Rico.

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

Scale of Impact

1301 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
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.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (Z-1885-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Dimension Vista 500 Intelligent Lab System running on software versions V.3.6.1 SP1 or V.3.6.2, Device listing # D011374, All serial numbers and lots are affected. The Dimension Vista System is an in vitro diagnostic device intended to duplicate manual analytical procedures such as pipetting, mixing, heating, and measuring spectral intensities to determine a variety of analytes in human body fluids. Dimension Vista chemical and immunochemical applications use photometric, turbidimetric, chemiluminescence, nephelometric and integrated ion-selective multisensor technology for clinical use. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.. Units affected: 1301 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Discrepant patient results on Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab Systems. Siemens Healthcare confirmed a software defect which, in a very specific set of circumstances, results in the Dimension Vista System omitting an aliquot probe rinse between sample aspirations when processing tubes in Sample Racks that are front loaded on the Dimension Vista System.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 8, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1885-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, , ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY and Puerto Rico..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1885-2016) 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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