Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Beckman Coulter Inc. DxC 500i Clinical Analyzer Modules: 1. DxC 500 AU Module w/ISE recall: Beckman Coulter has identified a software issue affecting DxC 500i Clinical

Recall published 11 days ago

Beckman Coulter has identified a software issue affecting DxC 500i Clinical Analyzers when testing plasma samples. Following user configuration of a Clinical Chemistry test to use units different from the system default, a subsequent configuration change and activation of the draft configuration in the System Configuration page may cause the analyzer to revert the test units to the system default setting without notifying the user. The system does Pre-Review Reminders Include OII and [email protected] in any discussions on change/elevation of recalls to Class I classification and situations involving additional public communications (FDA and/or firm issued). Post-Review Reminders Final Check: Ensure your documentation accurately reflects the final recommendation prior to signature. Complete CTS: Recall Product tab, Additional Recall Event Info, Regulation, and Act. Upload PDFs of Consult, Review Memo, and Classification Letter for Class I Recall in DocMan. [Click to enter extra reminder]To add reminders, type the reminder in the text field to the left then press the Tab key. Doc ID 03534.05.06 2 of 8 not provide a warning or notification to alert the user that the configured units have reverted to the default units. This issue can result in falsely elevated reported results.

The hazard: Device malfunction

This is a device recall, and in FDA language that usually means a correction rather than a removal: the device stays in use and the manufacturer fixes, patches or re-instructs.

What the notice says: Beckman Coulter has identified a software issue affecting DxC 500i Clinical Analyzers when testing plasma samples. Following user configuration of a Clinical Chemistry test to use units different from the system default, a subsequent configuration change and activation of the draft configuration in the System Configuration page may cause the analyzer to revert the test units to the system default setting without notifying the user. The system does Pre-Review Reminders Include OII and [email protected] in any discussions on change/elevation of recalls to Class I classification and situations involving additional public communications (FDA and/or firm issued). Post-Review Reminders Final Check: Ensure your documentation accurately reflects the final recommendation prior to signature. Complete CTS: Recall Product tab, Additional Recall Event Info, Regulation, and Act. Upload PDFs…

Why it matters: The device may not perform as intended — a mechanical failure, a software defect, an inaccurate reading, or an alarm that does not sound. For a device someone depends on, the consequence of the failure is usually worse than the failure itself.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

If the device supports a vital function, do not disable or remove it on your own judgement. Contact the clinician who prescribed or fitted it, and use the back-up arrangement they gave you. Go to an emergency department if the symptoms the device is meant to manage are getting worse, or if an implanted device gives an unexpected alarm or shock.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0083-2027
Published
October 14, 2026
Risk level
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Beckman Coulter Inc.
Product type
Medical devices
Units affected
146 US, 170 OUS
Distribution
Nationwide
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
Software version 1.3.5 or earlier. 1. UDI-DI 14987666545089 2. UDI-DI 14987666545072 3. UDI-DI 15099590742331
UPC codes
14987666545089, 14987666545072, 15099590742331

Products covered by this recall

DxC 500i Clinical Analyzer Modules: 1. DxC 500 AU Module w/ISE, DxC 500i, Part No. C63522 2. DxC 500 AU Module, DxC 500i, Part No. C63521 3. Access 2 Module, DxC 500i, Part No. C13252

Check your product

The notice names 6 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 14987666545089
  • 14987666545072
  • 15099590742331

Model or item number

On the rating label, the box or the instruction sheet.

  • DxC 500i
  • Part No. C63
  • earlier. 1. UDI

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Device enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Malfunction

Beckman Coulter Inc. — This is a device recall, and in FDA language that usually means a correction rather than a removal: the device stays in use and the manufacturer fixes, patches or re-instructs.

  1. Match the model, catalogue, lot and serial numbers on your device against the identifiers listed on this page.
  2. If you are a clinic or facility, quarantine affected stock and record the correction in your recall log.
  3. Report device problems to the FDA through MedWatch — that database is where this recall came from.
  4. If the device is implanted, or you depend on it daily, speak to your clinician before changing anything about how you use it.

Replacements, repairs and reimbursement

Device remedies run through the supply chain, so the route depends on who sold you the unit.

  • Contact the distributor or clinic named on your paperwork and quote the recall number on this page. They will tell you whether the remedy is a repair, a replacement or an instruction update.
  • If the device was billed to insurance or Medicare, the replacement is usually billed the same way; you should not face a second deductible for a recall.
  • Keep every piece of correspondence. If a recalled device caused harm, that paper trail is what a claim rests on.
  • Consumer-purchased devices such as monitors and test kits are normally replaced free, with return shipping paid.

Company contact: Beckman Coulter Inc. — 250 S Kraemer Blvd, Brea, CA, 92821-6232

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Beckman Coulter Inc. medical devices recalled?

Beckman Coulter has identified a software issue affecting DxC 500i Clinical Analyzers when testing plasma samples. Following user configuration of a Clinical Chemistry test to use units different from the system default, a subsequent configuration change and activation of the draft configuration in the System Configuration page may cause the analyzer to revert the test units to the system default setting without notifying the user. The system does Pre-Review Reminders Include OII and [email protected] in any discussions on change/elevation of recalls to Class I classification and…

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 14987666545089, 14987666545072, 15099590742331; model number DxC 500i, Part No. C63, earlier. 1. UDI. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Match the model, catalogue, lot and serial numbers on your device against the identifiers listed on this page.

Can I get my money back?

Contact the distributor or clinic named on your paperwork and quote the recall number on this page. They will tell you whether the remedy is a repair, a replacement or an instruction update.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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