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Class IIOngoingZ-2861-2026

Nuclein LLC recalls Brand Name: DASH Rapid PCR Instrument Product Name: DASH Rapid PCR Instrument Model/C…

Nuclein LLCAustin, TX, United StatesReported Aug 12, 2026 · 6 days ago
Legal News Analyst ·

Reason for recall

Due to a software issue which may result in false co-infection (e.g., Positive for Flu A, when SARS-CoV-2 is present).

Affected product

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Brand Name: DASH Rapid PCR Instrument Product Name: DASH Rapid PCR Instrument Model/Catalog Number: SG-0002 Software Version: 6.0.2 Product Description: The DASH¿ Rapid PCR Instrument (DASH Instrument) is an automated, fluorescence-based, reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) instrument that extracts specimens and performs nucleic acid amplified tests (NAAT) in DASH test cartridges for the qualitative detection of infectious diseases. The DASH Instrument is intended for use in conjunction with DASH Rapid PCR System tests to aid in the diagnosis of infectious diseases. Component: No.

Lot / code information

Lot #
Code: SN: C01250010
UDI
(01)00850063063005(11)250218(21)C01250010; SW: 6.0.2 SN: C02250006
UDI
(01)00850063063005(11)250225(21)C02250006; SW: 6.0.2

What the firm is doing

On 06/25/2025, a "MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" Letter was emailed to customers informing them that, Nuclein identified an incorrect software file on a small number of DASH instruments that creates a possibility for the affected instruments to make incorrect calls that indicate coinfection in the patient tested. On 07/16/2026, the firm emailed an updated "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" Letter. -Customer were informed regarding updates to the reason for the recall and potential health risks. -Customer were instructed to: All affected DASH Instrument identified in Section 6 (below) have already been replaced. Please complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form below and either email the completed form to customersupport@nuclein.com or mail to the address provided at the bottom of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form. For Questions - contact Nuclein at Phone: (888) 992-DASH on Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, CST. Email: customersupport@nuclein.com Website: https://www.Nuclein.com/contact-us/

DistributionShow details

US Nationwide distribution in the state of Texas.

Class IIWhat this means

Use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Sources & references

Taylor Coteus
Legal News Analyst

Taylor Coteus is RecallWatch's Legal News Analyst, covering FDA medical-device enforcement and patient-safety litigation. He reviews every recall against the FDA's official openFDA record before it is published and is responsible for corrections and editorial accuracy.

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