The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0790-2023·Announced 2023-01-11

VITEK 2 BCL Test Kit recalled for storage condition violations

A batch of VITEK 2 Reagent BCL Test Kit from Biomerieux Inc is being recalled because storage conditions were exceeded, and product performance cannot be guaranteed.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall based on storage condition violation that cannot guarantee product performance. No illnesses, injuries, or actual harm reported. This meets the criteria for Moderate severity as a precautionary quality-control-based recall without documented harm.

Plain-English summary

The VITEK 2 Reagent BCL Test Kit (Catalog 21345) manufactured by Biomerieux Inc is being recalled due to storage condition violations affecting batch 2392195203.

The product was stored outside of the acceptable temperature and time ranges. As a result, the product's performance cannot be guaranteed.

The affected batch was distributed nationwide in the United States.

The recalled product

Product
VITEK 2 REAGENT BCL TEST KIT VTK2 20 CARDS, CATALOG 21345
Manufacturer
Biomerieux Inc
Hazard
  • storage-condition-violation
  • performance-degradation

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 (2)

  • UDI/DI 353026131951
  • Batch Numbers: 2392195203

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.