AB Sciex recalls Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometers with specific part numbers due to rare risk of flame and potential equipment damage from solvent leaks and electrical discharges.
In rare occasions, the combination of a leak of a highly flammable solvent at the ion source probe, and an electrical discharge may result in a flame on top of the probe and possible ejection of the electrode assembly from the probe. There is a risk to the patient/user, customer property, or environment because there is a potential for a health risk and property damage should the flame be left unattended. The failure causes a delay in patient results.
AB Sciex is recalling Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometers with part number 5063685 because a rare combination of solvent leaks and electrical discharges can cause a flame and possible ejection of the probe. This poses a risk to the user, property, or environment if the flame is left unattended.
The hazard occurs when a leak of highly flammable solvent at the ion source probe combines with an electrical discharge, potentially causing a flame on top of the probe. This flame could lead to ejection of the electrode assembly and damage to the equipment or environment if unattended.
Users of the Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometer for laboratory or medical testing are affected. Those handling the equipment without proper safety measures face the highest risk.
Check for the part number 5063685 on the Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometer. The serial numbers listed in the recall include DD250051901, DD250172009, and others.
Identify the Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometer with part number 5063685 or the listed serial numbers.
The recall describes a rare risk of flame and equipment damage due to solvent leaks and electrical discharges, but it does not specify a high risk of serious injury.
The recall does not provide specific action steps beyond identifying the recalled model. Contact AB Sciex for further instructions.
Check for the part number 5063685 or the listed serial numbers (DD250051901, DD250172009, etc.) on your Citrine QTRAP Mass Spectrometer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send AB Sciex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0039-2024 — AB Sciex AB Sciex Hello, I own a AB Sciex that is covered by recall Z-0039-2024 from AB Sciex. 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.
