Leica recalls M530 OHX Microscope Systems with 100-120V power supply due to a power insert design weakness that could cause electrical issues.
Recall is due to a design weakness of the power insert module.
Leica is recalling M530 OHX Microscope Systems with 100-120V power supplies because of a design weakness in the power insert module. This could lead to electrical problems if the device is used improperly.
The power insert module has a design weakness that could cause electrical issues if the device is used improperly. This might lead to electrical malfunctions or damage to the equipment.
Users of Leica M530 OHX Microscope Systems with 100-120V power supplies in the US, Puerto Rico, Japan, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Taiwan are affected. Laboratory technicians and researchers using these microscopes are at highest risk.
Check for the model numbers listed in the recall notice: US (90116001, 30118001, etc.), Puerto Rico (241216001, 261216001), Japan (140717001, 171017001), Brazil (120416001, 220917001), Colombia (60517001), Ecuador (170316001, 231216001), Mexico (31215001, 130117001), and Taiwan (190815001, 220317001).
Identify your microscope's model number from the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall record states there is a design weakness in the power insert module but does not specify the exact nature of the issue.
Check the model numbers listed in the recall notice for your country: US (90116001, 30118001, etc.), Puerto Rico (241216001, 261216001), Japan (140717001, 171017001), Brazil (120416001, 220917001), Colombia (60517001), Ecuador (170316001, 231216001), Mexico (31215001, 130117001), and Taiwan (190815001, 220317001).
The recall record does not specify any remedy, so there is no action required beyond checking if your model is listed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Leica to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2659-2018 — Leica Leica Hello, I own a Leica that is covered by recall Z-2659-2018 from Leica. 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.
