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FDA Device recall Z-0019-2019

Leica HistoCore SPECTRA CV Coverslipper, used in preparation of histological and cytological tissue samples for microscopic analysis for me…

On 2018-10-10 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Leica HistoCore SPECTRA CV Coverslipper, used in preparation of histological and cytological tissue samples for microscopic analysis for me… by Leica Microsystems, citing product was assembled with an isolating fiberglass hose within the oven in the wrong position. This results in improper shielding from potential electrical shock.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0019-2019
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2018-09-04
Published2018-10-10
Last updated2026-09-13 11:54 UTC
CompanyLeica Microsystems
DistributionMO

Product

Leica HistoCore SPECTRA CV Coverslipper, used in preparation of histological and cytological tissue samples for microscopic analysis for medical diagnostics.

Reason

Product was assembled with an isolating fiberglass hose within the oven in the wrong position. This results in improper shielding from potential electrical shock.

Identifiers

code_infoSerial Number 102

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0019-2019%22

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