INSTITUT GEORGES LOPEZ recalls Celsior Cold Storage Solution (model 533682) due to potential microbiological contamination from inadequate sterility during manufacturing. Affected units were sold only in France.
The potential for risk of microbiological contamination of products due to inability to ensure sterility assurance throughout aseptic manufacturing.
INSTITUT GEORGES LOPEZ is recalling Celsior Cold Storage Solution (model 533682) because it may not be sterile enough during production, risking contamination of medical products. This recall affects only units sold in France.
The product may not maintain sterility throughout manufacturing, potentially leading to microbiological contamination of medical products. This could cause infections or other complications during organ transplantation procedures.
The recall applies to Celsior Cold Storage Solution units sold in France between specific batch dates. Medical professionals using this product for heart and organ storage are most at risk.
Check for the model number 533682 on the product packaging. The affected batches are SL240261-1, SL240266-1, SL240272-1, and SL240280-2. These units were sold only in France.
Look for the model number 533682 and batch numbers SL240261-1, SL240266-1, SL240272-1, or SL240280-2 on the packaging.
The recall indicates a potential risk of microbiological contamination, so it is not recommended for use until the recall is addressed.
The affected units were sold only in France.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Celsior to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2220-2025 — Celsior Celsior Hello, I own a Celsior that is covered by recall Z-2220-2025 from Celsior. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.