CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 21 Oct 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
The ABL90 Flex and ABL90 Flex Plus analyzers are intended recalled
Radiometer Medical ApS is recalling The ABL90 Flex and ABL90 Flex Plus analyzers are intended for use by trained, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 18 Aug 2026 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0190-2027
- FDA event ID
- 99772
- Recalling firm
- Radiometer Medical ApS, Bronshoj
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 18 Aug 2026
- FDA classified
- 15 Oct 2026
- Reported
- 21 Oct 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Labeling Errors
- Device type
- Test Kits & Diagnostics
Timeline
| 18 Aug 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 15 Oct 2026 | Classified by FDA | +58 days |
| 21 Oct 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
In vitro diagnostic analyzer had a risk of potentially inaccurate results requiring changes to instructions for use and: 1) Sample types, including whole blood samples no longer suitable for testing FHbF and ctBil, 2) Reportable ranges for some parameters, 3) Analyzer configuration, and 4) limitations and warnings.
Product as listed by the FDA
The ABL90 FLEX and ABL90 FLEX PLUS analyzers are intended for use by trained technologists, nurses, physicians and therapists. It is intended for use in a laboratory environment, near patient or point-of-care setting. These tests are only performed under a physician's order.
Where it was distributed
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of CA, OH, LA, MA, FL, NY, CO, IL, TX, GA, NC, PA, SC, MI, OK, WI, AR, MN, OR, UT, WA, SD, IN, TN, AZ, NE, WY, KY, AL, AK, ID, NJ, DE, MT, CT, MS, MO, VT, WV, IA, MD, KS, DC, NV, VA, NM, NH, ND, ME, HI, RI.
Nationwide AlaskaAlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDistrict of ColumbiaDelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIowaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMassachusetts
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
In vitro diagnostic analyzer had a risk of potentially inaccurate results requiring changes to instructions for use and: 1) Sample types, including whole blood samples no longer suitable for testing FHbF and ctBil, 2) Reportable ranges for some parameters, 3) Analyzer configuration, and 4) limitations and warnings.
Which lots are affected?
UDI-DI: 05700693930923, 05700693930909 Software versions 3.6 and lower. ABL90 FLEX PLUS Instructions for Use versions prior to: 996-223, Version: 202606O. ABL90 FLEX Instructions for Use versions prior to: 996-189, Version: 202606L
Where was it sold?
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of CA, OH, LA, MA, FL, NY, CO, IL, TX, GA, NC, PA, SC, MI, OK, WI, AR, MN, OR, UT, WA, SD, IN, TN, AZ, NE, WY, KY, AL, AK, ID, NJ, DE, MT, CT, MS, MO, VT, WV, IA, MD, KS, DC, NV, VA, NM, NH, ND, ME, HI, RI.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 27 Oct 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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