Perkinelmer Life Sciences, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-0728-2018)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

JANUS & JANUS G3 Automated Workstation is an automated programmable liquid handling instrument intended for use in clinical settings to facilitate the pipetting and dilution of solutions in sample preparation work flows.

Product Classification:

Class III

Date Initiated: August 2, 2017

Date Posted: March 7, 2018

Recall Number: Z-0728-2018

Event ID: 79015

Reason for Recall:

We have become aware through internal testing that JANUS and Janus G3 Automated Workstations were failing production final acceptance testing due to a Horizontal Motion Error message displayed on the system. Further investigation concluded that two printed circuit boards (PCB) used in MDT models of Janus and Janus G3 were manufactured with the incorrect resistor values. This anomaly affects component part number 7101640 (PCB-Quad Motor Controller MDT) and part number 7101647 (PCB-Quad Motor Controller Gripper). This anomaly could result in the Horizontal Motion Error being displayed and result in instrument down time. Until PerkinElmer s corrective measures are completed, we request you; ¿ Be aware that there is potential for the Horizontal Motion Error message to display which could result in instrument down time. ¿ Follow guidance provided in the Janus Automated Workstation User Manual when the Horizontal Motion Error message displays. ¿ If you have additional questions, contact PerkinElmer Technical Support for further assistance (800) 762-4000.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 7

Code Information:

AJM4G01, AJL8001, AJI4G01, AJL8M01, CJM8M01, CJL8M01, CJL8001

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated