FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#118790

Product

Dimension Vista(R) 500 and Dimension Vista(R) 1500 - Reloaded Vista Vials - limited to systems using software versions 3.4 and 3.5.1. Diagnostic device intended to determine a variety of analytes in human body fluids.

FDA product code
JJEAnalyzer, Chemistry (Photometric, Discrete), For Clinical Use
Device class
Class 1
Medical specialty
Clinical Chemistry
510(k) numbers
K051087
Affected lot / code info
Dimension Vista(R) 500 - Siemens Material Number 10284473 and Dimension Vista(R) 1500 - Siemens Material Number 10444801

Why it was recalled

There is the potential for the vial volume of "in use" Vista calibrators, controls, or sample diluent to incorrectly revert to full volume when removed and reloaded. Dimension Vista(R) 500 and Dimension Vista(R) 1500 - Reloaded Vista Vials - limited to systems using software versions 3.4 and 3.5.1

Root cause (FDA determination)

Software design

Action the firm took

A notification letter was sent to consignees in May 2013.

Recalling firm

Firm
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Address
500 Gbc Dr PO BOX 6101, Ms 514, Newark, Delaware 19702-2466

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Worldwide Distribution: USA (nationwide) and iinternationally to Canada.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2013-05-20
Posted by FDA
2013-12-02
Terminated
2014-04-10
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #118790. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.