Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-2133-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Dimension¿ Integrated Chemistry Systems intended to measure a variety of analytes in human body fluids.

Product Classification:

Class III

Date Initiated: May 27, 2014

Date Posted: August 6, 2014

Recall Number: Z-2133-2014

Event ID: 68400

Reason for Recall:

There is a misassembly issue with the photometer installed on Dimension¿ Integrated Chemistry Systems instruments. Through internal investigation by Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics has confirmed that a limited number of Dimension photometers were misassembled. These photometers are performing within specifications, but may lead to a shortened life of the source lamp.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 15

Code Information:

DE271317, DE271320, DE271323, DE271324, DE271326, DE271327, DE271328, DE271332 DE271341, DE271343, DE271325, 12252589, 2004082898, 2004082899, 224719-AX

Distribution Pattern:

FL LA AR IA OH OH WI IL LA KS MT

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated