Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Leica HistoCore Arcadia H Recalled by LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH Due to An issue with safe usage of the device...

Date: May 10, 2024
Company: LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH
Status: Ongoing
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 LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH directly.

Affected Products

Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.

Quantity: 180 devices

Why Was This Recalled?

An issue with safe usage of the device was identified whereby toxic smoke and internal fire developed resulting from a problem associated with the sealing of the paraffin tank.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH

LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH has 10 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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