FDAClass IIAugust 18, 2021

Alinity s System recall: Software Issue

Alinity s System REF 06P16-01. An automated immunoassay analyzer for In Vitro diagnostic use in blood donor screening, plasma and plasmapheresis…

Why was Alinity s System recalled?

A design defect (hardware and software) allows liquid waste pressure to build up and potentially spray users/operators.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Model Number: LN 06P16-01 Serial numbers AS1001 through AS1330

Product
Alinity s System REF 06P16-01. An automated immunoassay analyzer for In Vitro diagnostic use in blood donor screening, plasma and plasmapheresis…
Recalling firm
Abbott Laboratories, Inc
Quantity
260 systems
Distribution
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Croatia, Egypt, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Mexico, Netherlands, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Ukraine and Zimbabwe.
Recall date
August 18, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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