BD FACS Universal Loader (Model 662879) May Not Lock Properly During Use
BD Biosciences recalls BD FACS Universal Loader (Model 662879) due to potential failure to lock during use, which could lead to improper sample handling. Affected units include specific serial numbers.
Lower-risk recall
The solenoid plunger tip length is too short resulting in insufficient engagement to the Universal Loader enclosure to lock during use.
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What happened, in plain English
BD Biosciences is recalling the BD FACS Universal Loader (Model 662879) because the solenoid plunger tip is too short, which may prevent it from locking securely during use. This could lead to improper sample handling if the loader does not stay locked. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/71057-bd-facs-universal-loader-model-662879-may-not-lock-properly.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/71057-bd-facs-universal-loader-model-662879-may-not-lock-properly · Updated August 21, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-2598-2018
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“BD FACS Universal Loader (Model 662879) May Not Lock Properly During Use.” GovInfoNow, updated August 21, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/71057-bd-facs-universal-loader-model-662879-may-not-lock-properly. Based on FDA recall #Z-2598-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2598-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The solenoid plunger tip is too short, which means it may not engage properly with the Universal Loader enclosure. This could cause the loader to become unlocked during use, potentially leading to improper sample handling or spills.
Who’s affected
Users of the BD FACS Universal Loader for clinical laboratory applications are affected. Those handling samples in 30- or 40-tube racks are most at risk if the loader fails to lock securely.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the model number 662879 on the label. Affected units have specific serial numbers: 2662879000001 through 2662879000012.
- Brand
BD Biosciences- Product
BD FACS Universal Loader (Optional) to the BD FACSLyric Clinical System, Model 662879 (Universal Loader), Rx Only. The- Category
Medical device
What to do — step by step
Check Serial Number
Look for the serial number on the product label to determine if it is affected (2662879000001 through 2662879000012).
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed in 6 states.
FDA distribution: “US Distribution was made to FL, KS, KY, MA, NJ, and SD.” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
States: Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, New Jersey, South Dakota.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 3 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class III
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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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-2598-2018 (May 16, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2598-2018 to see it in context.
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