Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-2553-2014)

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:

Siemens Dimension EXL Integrated Chemistry System in vitro diagnostic devices intended to measure a variety of analytes in human body fluids. All Serial #s of material #s: 10636929, 10636928, 10486890, 10472176, 10639337, and 10639338.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 16, 2014

Date Posted: September 3, 2014

Recall Number: Z-2553-2014

Event ID: 68854

Reason for Recall:

The Reagent Lid hinge may lose its effectiveness and slowly shift downward during maintenance procedures, potentially resulting in physical contact and injury to the operator.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 2757

Code Information:

All Serial #s of material #s: 10636929, 10636928, 10486890, 10472176, 10639337, and 10639338

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide and internationally, including Canada and Mexico

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated