Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics recalls ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay system, an automated in vitro diagnostic analyzer. Catalog # 078-A011-03 - ADVIA Centaur XP

Recalled May 14, 2014 · FDA recall Z-1553-2014 · Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics

Hazard

Instrument Cover Gas Spring failures. Over time, the gas spring may lose its effectiveness and fail to support the cover in its full or partially open position. This may lead to the cover falling. · FDA Class II

Units

5,900 units total (1,679 domestically & 4,221 internationally)

Sold at

Nationwide and internationally

Description

Instrument Cover Gas Spring failures. Over time, the gas spring may lose its effectiveness and fail to support the cover in its full or partially open position. This may lead to the cover falling.

Product

ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay system, an automated in vitro diagnostic analyzer. Catalog # 078-A011-03 - ADVIA Centaur XP, Catalog # 078-A011R03 - ADVIA Centaur XP refurb.

Manufacturer(s)

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →