Z-0297-2016 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. — Indianapolis, IN

FDA device recall Z-0297-2016 was initiated by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. on Sep 22, 2015 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Possible for sample tubes in the loader to be opened and contaminate the system as well as adjacent samples during processing. The recall status is terminated (terminated Feb 3, 2016). Affected quantity: 1.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
Nov 25, 2015
Initiation Date
Sep 22, 2015
Termination Date
Feb 3, 2016
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
1

Product Description

Bulk Loader Module for cobas p 512/612 Pre-analytical sample handling that includes de-capping, aliquoting and sorting of samples for analysis. In vitro diagnostic machine component.

Reason for Recall

Possible for sample tubes in the loader to be opened and contaminate the system as well as adjacent samples during processing.

Distribution Pattern

Distributed to TX only.

Code Information

During transport from the Bulk Loader Module (BLM), catalog number 07135645001, to the cobas p 512/p 612 pre-analytical instruments, sample tubes may inadvertently open and spill, causing contamination of the system.

Source

Dataset
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FDA record
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Enforcement Report
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openFDA file date
Oct 23, 2026
Loaded by RegDataLab
Oct 26, 2026

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