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BD FACS Universal Loader (Optional) to the BD FACSLyric Clinical System Recalled by Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences Due to The solenoid plunger tip length is too short...

Date: May 16, 2018
Company: Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences directly.

Affected Products

BD FACS Universal Loader (Optional) to the BD FACSLyric Clinical System, Model 662879 (Universal Loader), Rx Only. The firm name on the label is Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences, San Jose, CA. The Loader offers various settings to resuspend and mix samples. It can draw from 12 x 75-mm tubes in 30- and 40-tube racks. A barcode reader verifies the ID on tube racks and individual tubes in 30- tube racks. A built-in imaging system provides safety checks, such as verifying the correct rack type and tube layout, and ensures the tubes were loaded correctly.

Quantity: 8 devices

Why Was This Recalled?

The solenoid plunger tip length is too short resulting in insufficient engagement to the Universal Loader enclosure to lock during use.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 6 states: FL, KS, KY, MA, NJ, SD

Affected (6 states)Not affected

About Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report