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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Siemens Dimension EXL Integrated Chemistry System in vitro diagnostic devices intended to measure a variety of analytes in human body fluids. All Serial #s of material #s: 10636929, 10636928, 10486890, 10472176, 10639337, and 10639338.

Reported: September 3, 2014 Initiated: July 16, 2014 #Z-2553-2014

Product Description

Siemens Dimension EXL Integrated Chemistry System in vitro diagnostic devices intended to measure a variety of analytes in human body fluids. All Serial #s of material #s: 10636929, 10636928, 10486890, 10472176, 10639337, and 10639338.

Reason for Recall

The Reagent Lid hinge may lose its effectiveness and slowly shift downward during maintenance procedures, potentially resulting in physical contact and injury to the operator.

Details

Units Affected
2757
Distribution
Nationwide and internationally, including Canada and Mexico
Location
Newark, DE

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Siemens Dimension EXL Integrated Chemistry System in vitro diagnostic devices intended to measure a variety of analytes in human body fluids. All Serial #s of material #s: 10636929, 10636928, 10486890, 10472176, 10639337, and 10639338.. Recalled by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.. Units affected: 2757.
Why was this product recalled?
The Reagent Lid hinge may lose its effectiveness and slowly shift downward during maintenance procedures, potentially resulting in physical contact and injury to the operator.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 3, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2553-2014.