CLASS III Device recall · Reported 26 Aug 2015 · FDA Enforcement Report

Getinge 86 Series Washer/Disinfector with G1 control system recalled

Getinge Disinfection Ab is recalling Getinge 86 Series Washer/Disinfector with G1 control system, distributed in 12 states. The recall was initiated on 26 Jun 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class III.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesSoftware versions up to and including 1.5.1.
Quantity recalled20 devices

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-2419-2015
FDA event ID
71777
Recalling firm
Getinge Disinfection Ab, Vaxjo
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
26 Jun 2015
FDA classified
19 Aug 2015
Reported
26 Aug 2015
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Foreign Material
Device type
Medical Software

Timeline

26 Jun 2015Recall initiated by company
19 Aug 2015Classified by FDA+54 days
26 Aug 2015Published in enforcement report+7 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Getinge Disinfection AB has initiated a Field Correction due to the potential for unauthenticated remote access to the product over the network.

Foreign material recalls cover pieces of metal, plastic, glass, wood or other objects that got into the product during processing and could cause injury if eaten.

Product as listed by the FDA

Getinge 86 Series Washer/Disinfector with G1 control system software, Model 8666 and Model 8668. For use in healthcare facilities and laboratories where reusable items such as instruments, utensils, anesthesia sets, and glassware are handled for decontamination purposes.

Where it was distributed

Distributed in CA, CT, GA, IA, ID, MD, MI, MN, NY, PA, TX, and WA.

CaliforniaConnecticutGeorgiaIowaIdahoMarylandMichiganMinnesotaNew YorkPennsylvaniaTexasWashington

Questions about this recall

Why was it recalled?

Getinge Disinfection AB has initiated a Field Correction due to the potential for unauthenticated remote access to the product over the network.

Which lots are affected?

Software versions up to and including 1.5.1.

Where was it sold?

Distributed in CA, CT, GA, IA, ID, MD, MI, MN, NY, PA, TX, and WA.

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 III mean?

Class III recalls are for products unlikely to cause any adverse health consequence, usually labelling or quality issues.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 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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