ID NOW COVID-19 2.0 24T Software Recall: Higher Invalid Rates

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Recalling firmAbbott Diagnostics Scarborough, Inc.10 Southgate Rd · Scarborough, ME 04074-8303

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What happened, in plain English

Abbott is recalling ID NOW COVID-19 2.0 24T software due to higher rates of invalid results compared to instructions. This could lead to inaccurate test outcomes.

Why it’s dangerous

The recalled software versions have a higher occurrence of invalid test results than specified in the product instructions. This means some tests might not work properly, potentially leading to incorrect results.

Who’s affected

Users of the ID NOW COVID-19 2.0 24T device with the specific lot numbers listed in the recall. People testing for COVID-19 may be at risk of inaccurate results.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the lot number on your device's packaging or label. The lot numbers listed in the recall include 000M884910 through 000M926188 (with updates as of April 2025).

Brand
Abbott
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Device Lot Number
Look for the lot number on your device's packaging or label to see if it matches the affected lots listed in the recall.

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Questions people ask

Why is this software being recalled?

The recall is due to higher rates of invalid test results compared to the product's instructions.

How can I check if my device is affected?

Check the lot number on your device's packaging or label against the list of affected lots provided in the recall (000M884910 through 000M926188).

Do I need to do anything if my device is not in the affected lots?

No action is needed if your device's lot number is not listed in the affected lots.

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Subject: Recall Z-1574-2025 — Abbott Abbott

Hello,

I own a Abbott that is covered by recall Z-1574-2025 from Abbott.

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.

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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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1574-2025 (March 4, 2025) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1574-2025 to see it in context.
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Abbott Diagnostics Scarborough, Inc. recalls Brand Name: ID NOW COVID-19 2.0 24T Product Name: ID NOW COVID-19 2.0 24T Model/Catalog Number: 192-000 Software

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