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Brand Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Product Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier II Model/Catalog Number: 8231474 Software Version: N/A Product Description: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier is an assayed control used to monitor performance on VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems. VITROS Performance Verifier is prepared from processed human serum to which enzymes, electrolytes, stabilizers,mprese

Reported: July 23, 2025 Initiated: June 10, 2025 #Z-2121-2025 36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS units

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on July 23, 2025. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS units are affected. The recall was issued because: Quality control (QC) drift when certain lots of Performance Verifiers (PVs) are used with certain lots of cholinesteras…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2121-2025) was formally reported on July 23, 2025, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 10, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Rochester, NY. Federal records indicate 36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: Quality control (QC) drift when certain lots of Performance Verifiers (PVs) are used with certain lots of cholinesterase enzyme (CHE) slides. This drift occurs when the PVs are used 2-7 days after reconstitution; howeve… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MO, MS, NY, TN, TX, VA; and OUS (International) to countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germ…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 1 year old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Brand Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Product Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier II Model/Catalog Number: 8231474 Software Version: N/A Product Description: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier is an assayed control used to monitor performance on VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems. VITROS Performance Verifier is prepared from processed human serum to which enzymes, electrolytes, stabilizers,mpreservatives and other organic analytes have been added. Component: No, not a component

Reason for Recall

Quality control (QC) drift when certain lots of Performance Verifiers (PVs) are used with certain lots of cholinesterase enzyme (CHE) slides. This drift occurs when the PVs are used 2-7 days after reconstitution; however, the label stability claims for the PV fluids is 7 days following reconstitution. This may lead to inaccurate QC results. The use of the PVs when the QC results are outside of the customer s established ranges could result in delayed results for patients due to the need to repeat QC testing or reconstitute new PV fluids and repeat testing. It could also result in erroneous patient results (small positive bias).

Details

Units Affected
36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MO, MS, NY, TN, TX, VA; and OUS (International) to countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, and United Kingdom.
Location
Rochester, NY

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-2121-2025
Date reported July 23, 2025
Date initiated June 10, 2025
Recalling firm Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
Units affected 36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MO, MS, NY, TN, TX, VA; and OUS (International) to countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, J…

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

Scale of Impact

36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS units affected — million-unit bracket.

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Product Name: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier II Model/Catalog Number: 8231474 Software Version: N/A Product Description: VITROS Chemistry Products Performance Verifier is an assayed control used to monitor performance on VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems. VITROS Performance Verifier is prepared from processed human serum to which enzymes, electrolytes, stabilizers,mpreservatives and other organic analytes have been added. Component: No, not a component. Recalled by Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 36005 Units (US)/22,302 units OUS.
Why was this product recalled?
Quality control (QC) drift when certain lots of Performance Verifiers (PVs) are used with certain lots of cholinesterase enzyme (CHE) slides. This drift occurs when the PVs are used 2-7 days after reconstitution; however, the label stability claims for the PV fluids is 7 days following reconstitution. This may lead to inaccurate QC results. The use of the PVs when the QC results are outside of the customer s established ranges could result in delayed results for patients due to the need to repeat QC testing or reconstitute new PV fluids and repeat testing. It could also result in erroneous patient results (small positive bias).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 23, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2121-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MO, MS, NY, TN, TX, VA; and OUS (International) to countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2121-2025) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).