Lower risk Medical device recall · FDA · Published April 7, 2020

Inpeco Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module Recall: Unbalanced Loads Risk

Inpeco recalls Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module with specific firmware versions and serial numbers due to potential unbalanced loads that could damage the centrifuge.

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🇺🇸 FDA recall #Z-1888-2020Medical device Inpeco ›

Lower-risk recall

The FlexLab Centrifuge Module loading algorithm may lead to unbalanced loads which could damage the centrifuge.

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Recalling firmInpeco S.A.Via San Gottardo 10 · Lugano, Switzerland

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Inpeco is recalling specific models of the Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module that have certain firmware versions. The issue may cause unbalanced loads, which could damage the centrifuge. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/65463-inpeco-abbott-accelerator-a3600-centrifuge-module-recall-unbalanced-loads-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/65463-inpeco-abbott-accelerator-a3600-centrifuge-module-recall-unbalanced-loads-risk · Updated August 19, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-1888-2020

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“Inpeco Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module Recall: Unbalanced Loads Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated August 19, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/65463-inpeco-abbott-accelerator-a3600-centrifuge-module-recall-unbalanced-loads-risk. Based on FDA recall #Z-1888-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1888-2020%22&limit=1).

Inpeco S.A. recalled the Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm on April 7, 2020, according to the FDA. The hazard is that the FlexLab Centrifuge Module loading algorithm may lead to unbalanced loads which could damage the centrifuge.

How to tell if you have it

Brand: Inpeco
Product: Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202
Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf
Serial Numbers: ACP.357, ACP.388, ACP.396, ACP.397, ACP.399, ACP.400, ACP.402, ACP.404, ACP.405, ACP.407, ACP.408, ACP.409, ACP.410, ACP.412, ACP.413, ACP.416, ACP.417, ACP.418, ACP.419, ACP.420, ACP.421, ACP.422, ACP.423
Units affected: 23

The hazard

The FlexLab Centrifuge Module loading algorithm may lead to unbalanced loads which could damage the centrifuge.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show Inpeco S.A. has 13 other recalls on record since 2018-02-13. Other recent recalls of similar products include Inpeco FlexLab FLX-217-40 (2025-10-30), Inpeco FlexLab X Potassium Test System Recall (2025-09-03), and Roche Cobas 8000 Interface Module Recall (2023-11-03). Other recent recalls of similar products include Fresenius Kabi LVP-0004 Infusion Pump Recall (2026-02-04), Baxter Novum IQ Syringe Pump Recall (2026-08-11), and American Contract Systems Convenience Kit Recall (2026-06-29).

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the specific firmware versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf. Also, verify the serial numbers listed in the recall notice.

Brand
Inpeco
Category
Medical device

FDA recall event · 3 products

All 3 products in this recall

FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.

Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Worldwide distribution including the following states: Ohio, New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Texas, Delaware, California, Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland, Rhode Island, Alabama, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Minnesota, Alabama, Montana, Louisiana, New Jersey, Virginia, New Hampshire, Michigan, North Carolina, Washington, Iowa, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Missouri

Recall number	Product, codes & lots	Quantity
Z-1887-2020	Inpeco FlexLab Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf; Serial Numbers: FLX.002, FLX.006, FLX.008, FLX.011, FLX.0121, FLX.0127, FLX.0128, FLX.0129, FLX.0132, FLX.0133, FLX.0139, FLX.014, FLX.0147, FLX.0149, FLX.0150, FLX.0153, FLX.0154, FLX.0160, FLX.0162, FLX.0167, FLX.0168, FLX.0172, FLX.0173, FLX.0174, FLX.0179, FLX.0180, FLX.0182, FLX.0191, FLX.0192, FLX.0193, FLX.0194, FLX.0197, FLX.0198, FLX.0201, FLX.0202, FLX.0203, FLX.0206, FLX.022, FLX.032, FLX.035, FLX.036, FLX.037, FLX.039, FLX.043, FLX.046, FLX.050, FLX.056, FLX.057, FLX.060, FLX.061, FLX.062, FLX.073, FLX.082, FLX.083, FLX.085, FLX.086, FLX.087, FLX.093, FLX.096, FLX.097, FLX.098, FLX.100, SHD.001, SHD.002, SHD.003	65 units
Z-1888-2020	Abbott Accelerator a3600 Centrifuge Module tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf; Serial Numbers: ACP.357, ACP.388, ACP.396, ACP.397, ACP.399, ACP.400, ACP.402, ACP.404, ACP.405, ACP.407, ACP.408, ACP.409, ACP.410, ACP.412, ACP.413, ACP.416, ACP.417, ACP.418, ACP.419, ACP.420, ACP.421, ACP.422, ACP.423	23 units
Z-1889-2020	Siemens Aptio Automation Centrifuge Module, tube loading algorithm, Inpeco SA P/N: FLX-202, with Firmware Versions: CM_1-7-0.H86 or xCMd_2-5-0.elf and CM_1-7-1.H86 or xCMd_2-5-1-849fad9.elf; Serial Numbers: AP2.0001, AP2.0002, AP2.0005, AP2.0008, AP2.0010, AP2.0011, AP2.0012, AP2.0013, AP2.0014, AP2.0016, AP2.0018, AP2.0019, AP2.0023, AP2.0024, AP2.0025, AP2.0026, AP2.0027, AP2.0032, AP2.0033, AP2.0034, AP2.0036, AP2.0039, AP2.0041, AP2.0042, AP2.0044, AP2.0045, AP2.0046, AP2.0047, AP2.0049, AP2.0050, AP2.0051, AP2.0052, AP2.0053, AP2.0054, AP2.0055, AP2.0056, AP2.0057, AP2.0058, AP2.0059, AP2.0060, AP2.0061, AP2.0062, AP2.0063, AP2.0064, AP2.0065, AP2.0067, AP2.0068, AP2.0070, AP2.0071, AP2.0072, AP2.0073, AP2.0074, AP2.0075, AP2.0076, AP2.0077, AP2.0078, AP2.0080, AP2.0081, AP2.0082, AP2.0083, AP2.0084, AP2.0085, AP2.0087, AP2.0088, AP2.0089, AP2.0090, AP2.0091, AP2.0092, AP2.0093, AP2.0094, AP2.0095, AP2.0097, AP2.0098, AP2.0099, AP2.0100, AP2.0101, AP2.0103, AP2.0105, AP2.0106, AP2.0107, AP2.0108, AP2.0109, AP2.0110, AP2.0111, AP2.0112, AP2.0113, AP2.0114, AP2.0115, AP2.0116, AP2.0117, AP2.0118, AP2.0119, AP2.0120, AP2.0121, AP2.0122, AP2.0123, AP2.0124, AP2.0125, AP2.0126, AP2.0127, AP2.0129, AP2.0130, AP2.0132, AP2.0133, AP2.0135, AP2.0136, AP2.0137, AP2.0138, AP2.0140, AP2.0141, AP2.0142, AP2.0143, AP2.0144, AP2.0145, AP2.0146, AP2.0147, AP2.0148, AP2.0149, AP2.0150, AP2.0151, AP2.0153, AP2.0154, AP2.0155, AP2.0156, AP2.0158, AP2.0159, AP2.0160, AP2.0161, AP2.0162, AP2.0163, AP2.0164, AP2.0165, AP2.0167, AP2.0170, AP2.0171, AP2.0172, AP2.0173, AP2.0174, AP2.0176, AP2.0177, AP2.0178, AP2.0179, AP2.0180, AP2.0181, AP2.0182, AP2.0183, AP2.0184, AP2.0185, AP2.0186, AP2.0187, AP2.0188, AP2.0189, AP2.0190, AP2.0191, AP2.0192, AP2.0196, AP2.0198, AP2.0199, AP2.0200, AP2.0201, AP2.0202, AP2.0203, AP2.0204, AP2.0205, AP2.0206, AP2.0207, AP2.0211, AP2.0212, AP2.0213, AP2.0215, AP2.0216, AP2.0217, AP2.0218, AP2.0219, AP2.0220, AP2.0221, AP2.0222, AP2.0223, AP2.0224, AP2.0225, AP2.0226, AP2.0227, AP2.0228, AP2.0229, AP2.0230, AP2.0231, AP2.0232, AP2.0233, AP2.0235, AP2.0236, AP2.0237, AP2.0240, AP2.0241, AP2.0242, AP2.0243, AP2.0245, AP2.0247, AP2.0248, AP2.0250, AP2.0253, AP2.0254, AP2.0255, AP2.0256, AP2.0257, AP2.0258, AP2.0259, Ap2.0260, AP2.0261, AP2.0262, AP2.0265, AP2.0266, AP2.0267, AP2.0268, AP2.0269, AP2.0270, AP2.0271, AP2.0272, AP2.0273, AP2.0276, AP2.0277, AP2.0278, AP2.0280, AP2.0281, AP2.0282, AP2.0283, AP2.0285, AP2.0286, AP2.0287, AP2.0288, AP2.0289, AP2.0290, AP2.0292, AP2.0293, AP2.0294, AP2.0295, AP2.0296, AP2.0298, AP2.0299, AP2.0300, AP2.0301, AP2.0302, AP2.0303, AP2.0304, AP2.0305, AP2.0306, AP2.0307, AP2.0308, AP2.0309, AP2.0310, AP2.0311, AP2.0313, AP2.0314, AP2.0315, AP2.0316, AP2.0318, AP2.0321, AP2.0322, AP2.0323, AP2.0324, AP2.0325, AP2.0327, AP2.0329, AP2.0330, AP2.0331, AP2.0333, AP2.0334, AP2.0336, AP2.0337, AP2.0338, AP2.0339, AP2.0340, AP2.0341, AP2.0342, AP2.0343, AP2.0345, AP2.0347, AP2.0348, AP2.0349, AP2.0350, AP2.0351, AP2.0352, AP2.0353, AP2.0354, AP2.0355, AP2.0356, AP2.0357, AP2.0358, AP2.0359, AP2.0360, AP2.0361, AP2.0362, AP2.0364, AP2.0366, AP2.0367, AP2.0368, AP2.0369, AP2.0370, AP2.0371, AP2.0372, AP2.0373, AP2.0374, AP2.0376, AP2.0377, AP2.0378, AP2.0379, APT.0009, APT.0014, APT.0058, APT.0065, APT.0093, APT.0091, APT.0136, APT.0247	313

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Where it went and when

Where it was distributed

Distributed in 27 states, and outside the U.S.

FDA distribution: “Worldwide distribution including the following states: Ohio, New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Texas, Delaware, California, Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland, Rhode Island, Alabama, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Minnesota, Alabama,…” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.

States: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington.

Recall timeline

FDA published this recall 36 days after the firm started it.

Apr 7, 2020Firm started the recall
May 5, 2020FDA classified it Class II
May 13, 2020Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report

Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.

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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1888-2020 (April 7, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1888-2020 to see it in context.
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