Illumina recalls NextSeq 550Dx DNA analyzers with potential short circuit after reconnection. Affected units have specific lot numbers and UDI codes. Stop using if device becomes inoperable.
There is a potential that the DNA sequence analyzer may short circuit shortly after disconnection and reconnection of circuit board or imaging module due to an insufficient reconnection of the ribbon cable. The short circuit results in the device being inoperable.
Illumina is recalling NextSeq 550Dx DNA analyzers that may short circuit after reconnection, causing the device to become inoperable. This could lead to equipment failure during DNA analysis work.
The DNA analyzer may short circuit when the circuit board or imaging module is disconnected and reconnected due to improper ribbon cable reconnection. This causes the device to become inoperable, potentially disrupting DNA analysis workflows.
Users of Illumina NextSeq 550Dx DNA analyzers for laboratory testing are affected. Lab technicians and researchers handling these devices are most at risk.
Check for lot numbers NDX550110 to NDX550843 on the device. The unique device identifier (UDI) starts with (01)00816270020125.
If the device becomes inoperable after reconnection, stop using it immediately.
The DNA analyzer may short circuit after reconnection due to insufficient ribbon cable reconnection, causing the device to become inoperable.
Check for lot numbers NDX550110 to NDX550843 and unique device identifier (UDI) starting with (01)00816270020125.
If the device becomes inoperable after reconnection, stop using it immediately.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Illumina to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0854-2022 — Illumina Illumina Hello, I own a Illumina that is covered by recall Z-0854-2022 from Illumina. 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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