Medical Device Recall: Autosampler, Models: SIL-40C XR CL, SIL-40C X3 CL
Shimadzu Corp. Analytical & Measuring Instruments Div. · October 9, 2024
Reason for Recall
There have been cases of failure of the main board due to condensation water occurring in the gap between thermal insulation material on the underside of the main base dropping onto the main board The symptoms and errors differ depending on the position where the water drops adhere. To date there have been examples of reports of inter-board communication errors, HOME POSITION error or SLIP error of XYZ drive units. The failure could result in delay of patient sample testing.
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of DE, PA and the country of DE.
States Affected
NATIONWIDE
Quantity Affected
48
Source: FDA (openFDA Device Enforcement)
Recall number: Z-0554-2025
Status: ongoing
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