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FDA Device recall Z-0488-2013

LightCycler 2.0 Instrument (software version 4.1) is a Rapid PCR analyzer with real-time detection and/or quantification of a target NA (nu…

On 2012-12-19 the FDA classified a Class II recall of LightCycler 2.0 Instrument (software version 4.1) is a Rapid PCR analyzer with real-time detection and/or quantification of a target NA (nu… by Roche Molecular Systems, citing roche Molecular Systems, Inc. has become aware of a device-associated diagnostic software issue.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0488-2013
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2012-07-16
Published2012-12-19
Last updated2026-09-13 11:53 UTC
CompanyRoche Molecular Systems
DistributionUS

Product

LightCycler 2.0 Instrument (software version 4.1) is a Rapid PCR analyzer with real-time detection and/or quantification of a target NA (nucleic acid), as well as post-PCR analysis of the amplified NA by melting curve analysis.

Reason

Roche Molecular Systems, Inc. has become aware of a device-associated diagnostic software issue.

Identifiers

code_infoDevice-associated diagnostic software

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0488-2013%22

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