The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0094-2017·Announced 2016-11-02

Roche Modular Analytics Systems Recalled Due to Sharp Sample Rack Edge

Roche is recalling Modular Analytics Combination Systems because a sharp edge on the sample rack tray caused four reported injuries. The cleaning procedure has been revised to clarify the process.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves four reported injuries, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating (Class II with injury reports).

Plain-English summary

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. is recalling Roche/Hitachi MODULAR Analytics Combination Systems, including the Modular D/P Clinical Chemistry Analyzer and Modular E170 Immunoassay Analyzer. The recall is due to a sharp edge on the center guide rail of the analyzer's sample rack tray.

The company received four reports of injury caused by this sharp edge. The cleaning procedure for the sample rack tray has been revised to clarify the cleaning process. The recall covers 9,014 units distributed nationwide in the United States.

Healthcare facilities using these systems should contact Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. for instructions on the revised cleaning procedure and any necessary corrective actions.

The recalled product

Product
Roche/Hitachi MODULAR Analytics Combination Systems Modular D/P: Clinical Chemistry Analyzer, Chemistry (Photometric, Discrete) for clinical use. Modular E170: Immunoassay Analyzer Product Usage: The Roche COBAS INTEGRA 800/800 CTS Analyzer is fully automated system for clin
Affected units
9,014

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Not applicable

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 17 recalled by Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 17 products in this recall →