Ab Sciex: Medical Device Recall in 2016 - (Recall #: Z-1671-2016)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2016.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

AB Sciex Triple Quad 4500MD LC/MS/MS System, Part No. 5031257; and QTRAP 4500MD LC/MS/MS System, Part No. 5031231. Mass spectrometers for in vitro diagnostic use only.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 25, 2016

Date Posted: May 25, 2016

Recall Number: Z-1671-2016

Event ID: 73786

Reason for Recall:

Under certain conditions, mass spectrometers may report incorrect quantitative results.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 2 units

Code Information:

Serial Numbers: Triple Quad 4500MD LC/MS/MS System BX21081601 BX21101601 BX21091601 BX21111601 BX21121602 BX21131602 BX21141602 BX21151602 QTRAP 4500MD LC/MS/MS System BW20251601 BW20241601 BW20261602

Distribution Pattern:

Distributed to the state of NC.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated