Autostainer Link 48 (AS480), Autostainer Plus Link Instrument (AS100), Autostainer (S3400), and Autostainer Plus (S3800). Automated slide stainer for in vitro diagnostic use.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    992640 Rev. 02, 992085 Rev.no H, 992625 Rev.no F, 992326 Rev.no C Affected dates: 12/2013-08/2014 Each device is labeled with a unique serial number. Catalog/Model Number: - AS480 - S3800 - S3400 - AS100
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Dako North America Inc.
Reason for Recall:
A false negative result affecting the diagnosis may occur. A defect in the syringe assembly stopcock component may, in some circumstances, cause leakage of excess buffer onto slide location 34 on the AS480, or slide locations 35 and 36 on the AS100, S3400, and S3800. Affected dates are from 12/2013-08/2014.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Autostainer Link 48 (AS480), Autostainer Plus Link Instrument (AS100), Autostainer (S3400), and Autostainer Plus (S3800). Automated slide stainer for in vitro diagnostic use.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

992640 Rev. 02, 992085 Rev.no H, 992625 Rev.no F, 992326 Rev.no C Affected dates: 12/2013-08/2014 Each device is labeled with a unique serial number. Catalog/Model Number: - AS480 - S3800 - S3400 - AS100

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1261-2015

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