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Biomerieux Inc

FDA recalling firm · 57 enforcement events · 422 product records · 2012–2026 · MO, NC

Biomerieux Inc has 57 FDA enforcement events on this register (422 product records) between 2012 and 2026: 57 device; the busiest year was 2018 with 10.

5% of its events are Class I; the most common class is Class II (53). 11 events are listed as ongoing; the recalling firm's address is in MO and NC.

Recall classification reflects the relative degree of health hazard. Event counts depend on a firm's size and product range; they are not a comparison of one firm with another.

Enforcement events

InitiatedProduct (first record)TypeClassRecordsStatus
4 Jun 2026VITEK 2 AST-N447 TEST KIT Product reference 424620DeviceClass II1Ongoing
5 Jan 2026VITEK 2 Gram-negative Susceptibility Cards Containing o Polymyxin B (pb02n) o Ceftazidime/avibactam (cza02n) o Meropenem/Vaborbactam (mev01n) o Imipenem (ipm05n) o Imipenem/Relebactam (ipr01n); CARD NAME/ PRODUCT REFERENCE: AST-N399 423701 AST-N402 423644 AST-N403 423645 AST-N404 423664 AST-N405 423864 AST-N406…DeviceClass II1Ongoing
26 Jun 2025VITEK¿ 2 Gram-negative AST Test Kits (Cards) containing Colistin formulation cs02n. VITEK¿ 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast. Export onlyDeviceClass II1Ongoing
14 Mar 2024VITEK 2 - AST Test kits (in vitro diagnostic test cards for antimicrobial susceptibility): a) AST-N334, REF 418984; b) AST-GN95, REF 421982; c) AST-GN99, REF 423102; d) AST-N390, REF 423340; e) AST-N391, REF 423341; f) AST-N392, REF 423342; g) AST-N395, REF 423491; h) AST-N401, REF 423643; i) AST-N402, REF 423644; j)…DeviceClass I1Ongoing
6 Feb 2023MYLA comprises AST Filters in conjunction with VITEK MS; middleware which connects microbiology laboratory instruments for ID/AST and blood culture activities and the laboratory information system (LIS).DeviceClass II1Ongoing
9 Nov 2022API LISTERIA 10 STRIPS+10 MEDIA, CATALOG 10300DeviceClass II94Ongoing
20 Jul 2022NUCLISENS easyMAG Magnetic Silica, REF 280133, 24 x 1.2mL bottles/kit.DeviceClass II1Ongoing
13 Jul 2022VITEK 2 / MYLA VITEK 2 Software versions 8.01, 8.02 (veterinary use only), 9.01, 9.02, 9.03 MYLA Software versions V4.8 and V4.9DeviceClass II1Ongoing
29 Mar 2022VITEK 2 Systems and VITEK 2 with MYLA.DeviceClass II1Ongoing
9 Feb 2022VIDAS CMV IgM, 30 tests, REF 30205-01, IVD, Rx.DeviceClass II1Terminated
20 Dec 2021API ID 32 C Strips, Reference 32200, Rx Only, IVD API ID 32 C is a qualitative standardized system for the identification of yeasts. It uses miniaturized tests as well as a specially adapted database. After manual inoculation of the strip, reading can be performed either automatically or manually and the…DeviceClass II1Terminated
9 Nov 2021RAPID 20 E, REF 20701, System for the identification of Enterobacteriaceae in 4 hours, 25 strips/package, IVD.DeviceClass II1Terminated
30 Sep 2021API 50 CH, Model 50300DeviceClass II1Terminated
22 Sep 2021VIDAS PRG Progesterone, REF 30409-01DeviceClass II16Ongoing
24 Jun 2021ETEST IMIPENEM RELEBACTAM. in vitro diagnosticDeviceClass II1Terminated
16 Mar 2021VIDAS¿ CMV IgM 30 TestsDeviceClass II1Terminated
28 Jan 2021VITEK 2 (version numbers 8.01, 8.02 (8.0x) and 9.01, 9.02 (9.0x) with the external communication configured to HL7 (system, test, automated, antimicrobial susceptibility, short incubation). VITEK 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and…DeviceClass II2Terminated
11 Mar 2020The VITEK 2 Gram-positive Susceptibility Card is intended for use with the VITEK 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in-vitro test to determine susceptibility of Staphylococcus spp., Enterococcus spp., and S. agalactiae to antimicrobial agents when used as instructed.DeviceClass II1Ongoing
5 Feb 2020VITEK 2 card AST-N371 - Product Usage: The VITEK 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software, and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast. The VITEK 2 utilizes growth-based biochemical patterns to determine identification. The VITEK…DeviceClass II1Terminated
24 Jan 2020PREVI Isola Insrument and PREVI Isola Printer spares PSUs (power supply units), P1028888-001 PSU (used in Zebra LP2824 Plus printers) PSUs with the following date code; 0639XX through 1253XX (YYWWXX, where YY=Year, and WW=week).DeviceClass II1Terminated
10 Dec 2019VIDAS Varicella Zoster IgG (VZG) antibody IVD, kitDeviceClass II1Terminated
22 Oct 2019BIOMERIEUX VIDAS 3, Compact immunoanalyzer with full traceability and automationDeviceClass II1Terminated
15 Mar 2019Biomerieux Vitek 2 Test kit VITEK 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast.DeviceClass II1Terminated
13 Dec 2018VITEK 2 AST-N351 Test KitDeviceClass II1Terminated
13 Nov 2018VITEK¿ 2 Systems Software Version 9.01 Update Kit.DeviceClass II1Terminated
22 Oct 2018VITEK 2 Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) using one or more of these susceptibility products: Catalog # 410028, VITEK 2 AST-ST01 Catalog # 420915, VITEK 2 AST-ST02 Catalog # 421040, VITEK 2 AST-ST03 The VITEK 2 Streptococcus Susceptibility Card is intended for use with the VITEK 2 Systems in clinical…DeviceClass II1Terminated
8 Oct 2018bioM¿rieux NucliSENS easyMAG Lysis Buffer ref. 280134DeviceClass II1Terminated
13 Aug 2018VITEK(R) 2 AST-P640, For susceptibility testing of Staphylococcus spp. Enterococcus spp., ad S agalactiae against specified antimicrobials, REF 418579 Product Usage: VITEK¿ 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility…DeviceClass II2Terminated
27 Jun 2018BACT/ALERT VIRTUO system, A Unit, with Version R2.0 Firmware Product Usage: The BacT/ALERT VIRTU Microbial Detection System is an automated microbial test system capable of incubating, agitating, and continuously monitoring for the detection of aerobic, facultative, and anaerobic microorganism growth from blood and…DeviceClass II3Terminated
1 Mar 2018VIDAS LH, Reference Numbers 30406 and 30406-01. Poduct Usage: VIDAS LH is an automated quantitative test for use on the VIDAS family instruments for the determination of human luteinizing hormone in human serum or plasma (lithium heparin), using the ELFA technique (Enzyme Linked Fluorescent Assay)DeviceClass II1Terminated
26 Jan 2018bioMerieux VITEK 2 Gram Positive Cefoxitin Screen, VITEK 2 Gram Positive AST for Oxacillin, VITEK SYSTEMS General Susceptibility Card Cefotoxin and AST for Oxacillin bioMerieux VITEK 2 AST-P631 bioMerieux VITEK 2 AST-GP67 Test Kit bioMerieux VITEK 2 AST-GP71 Test Kit bioMerieux VITEK 2 AST-GP75 Test Kit bioMerieux…DeviceClass I1Terminated
23 Jan 2018bioM¿rieux VITEK 2 NH ID Test Kit Product Usage: Is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the ID and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast.DeviceClass II1Terminated
4 Jan 2018BioMerieux mini VIDAS System in combination with Quality Control VIDAS* (QCV*) Product Usage: the Quality Control VIDAS (QCV) is an automated test for use on the VIDAS¿ system to detect abnormal operation of the VIDAS and mini VIDAS instrument pipette mechanisms and optical systems. Specifically the mini VIDAS system…DeviceClass II2Terminated
11 Oct 2017VITEK2 GP-ID, REF 21342 IVDDeviceClass II1Terminated
25 Aug 2017VITEK(R) 2 GP, REF 21342, IVD, UDI 03573026131920, bioMerieux, Inc. VITEK(R) 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast. The VITEK¿ 2 utilizes growth based biochemical patterns to…DeviceClass II1Terminated
12 Jul 2017VITEK¿ 2 Compact 15, REF numbers: 27415 and 27415R software and reagent cards designed for the identification (ID) and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) of bacteria and yeast.DeviceClass II2Terminated
16 May 2017VITEK 2 Gram Negative test kits containing colistin (cs01n)DeviceClass II1Terminated
15 May 2017VIDAS Testosterone, Ref 30418DeviceClass II1Terminated
20 Apr 2017VITEK¿ 2 Gram-Negative identification card (GN), IVD, REF 21341, 20 cards per carton.DeviceClass II187Terminated
10 Apr 2017eMAG System, Ref 418591 It is an In Vitro Diagnostic Medical device intended for the automated isolation (purification and concentration) of total nucleic acids (RNA/DNA) from biological specimens, with liquid and homogeneous properties (as part of their natural characteristics or after pre-treatment).DeviceClass II1Terminated
24 Feb 2016Vitek 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Test Cards (AST-P636 REF 417951), 20 cards/kit. Product Usage: The VITEK 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Card is intended for use with VITEK 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in vitro test to determine the susceptibility of Staphylococcus spp., Enterococcus spp., and S.…DeviceClass I9Terminated
24 Feb 2016VITEK 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Test Cards (AST-P605), REF 22 325. 20 Cards/Kit. bioMerieux, Inc, Durham, North Carolina 27712. VITEK 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software, and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast. The…DeviceClass II1Terminated
24 Dec 2015BacT/ALERT¿ SN, bioM¿rieux, Inc. Product Usage: BacT/ALERT¿ Culture Bottles are used with the BacT/ALERT¿ Microbial Detection System in qualitative procedures for enhanced recovery and detection of aerobic and facultative anaerobic microorganisms (bacteria and yeast).DeviceClass II2Terminated
23 Nov 2015Granada Biphasic Broth The product is a selective medium for the screening and identification of Streptococcus agalactiae in pregnant women using clinical specimens.DeviceClass II1Terminated
3 Nov 2015MYLA CLINIC PATCH 3.2.0 CD Product Usage: MYLA is a computer application (Middleware) based on Web 2.0 technology which: Interfaces between the instruments connected to the application and the LIS(s) (Laboratory Information System(s)).DeviceClass II7Terminated
14 Apr 2015MYLA server HP Proliant: DL380-G8 and ML350-G6 version 3.xx computer application software. MYLA V3 is a computer application ("Middleware") based on Web 2.0 technology which: Interfaces between the instruments connected to the application and the LIS(s) (Laboratory Information System(s).DeviceClass II1Terminated
27 Mar 2015Vitek 2 AST-YS06 REF 412 610, Fungal Susceptibility Card, 20 cards per carton, IVD. Intended for use with the Vitek 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in vitro test to determine the susceptibility of clinically significant yeasts to antifungal agents when used as instructed.DeviceClass II3Terminated
25 Feb 2015Vitek 2 AST-P635 REF 416 911 Gram Positive Susceptibility Card, 20 cards per container, IVD. Intended for use with the Vitek 2 Systems in clinical laboratories as an in vitro test to determine the susceptibility of Staphylococcus spp., Enterococcus spp., and S. agalactiae.DeviceClass III3Terminated
10 Feb 2014bioMerieux PREVI Isola System (General purpose,microbiology, diagnostic Medical Device), (REF 29500/29500R), bioMerieux, Hazelwood, MO.DeviceClass II1Terminated
6 Sep 2013chromID Salmonella Agar, Reference No. 43621. A selective isolation and differentiation medium for the detection of Salmonella in human specimens.DeviceClass II1Terminated
14 Jun 2013bioMerieux Vitek 2 Systems Software version 6.01 software, used with the VITEK 2 automated system. Kit, V2S 6.01 RP5800-WES7 Media. Part number: 413861. The product is used with the VITEK 2 automated system which consists of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial…DeviceClass II15Terminated
18 Feb 2013VITEK 2 60 computer system when equipped with the following Hewlett-Packard PC models: (1) rp5700, Cat. #W0452; (2) rp5700 (refurbished), Cat. #W0452R; (3) rp5800 XPE, Cat. 413642; (4) rp5800 WES7, Cat. #413862; (5) dc7100 8-port, Cat. #W0441; (6) dc7100 8-port (refurbished), Cat. #W0441R; (7) dc7700 8-port, Cat.…DeviceClass II3Terminated
6 Feb 2013bioMerieux VITEK 2 AST-ST01 Streptococcus Susceptibility Card, REF 410 028. For use with VITEK 2 systems to determine the susceptibility of Streptococcus to antimicrobial agents.DeviceClass II1Terminated
25 Dec 2012BacT/ALERT SA Blood Culture Bottle. The BacT/ALERT SA reagent bottle is intended to be recover and detect aerobic microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) from blood and other normally sterile body fluids.DeviceClass II1Terminated
17 Oct 20120.9% Sodium Chloride Injections, USP, 1000ml, VWR/Baxter Product Usage: The concentrated sodium chloride is used to prepare inoculum that is analyzed by the VITEK 2 instrument. The VITEK 2 user manual instructs all users to prepare inoculum with 0.45%-0.50% sodium chloride injections, and the system is designed to…DeviceClass II1Terminated
16 Oct 2012bioMerieux BacT/ALERT Control Module, catalog number 210147, Clinical instrument The product is most commonly used to isolate and recover specimens drawn from adult and older pediatric patients that are acutely ill with signs and symptoms suggestive of blood stream infection, which can be due to a variety of sources…DeviceClass II31Terminated
28 Aug 2012PREVI Isola System, Catalog numbers 29500 and 29500R, bioMerieux, Inc., Durham, NC. Intended to perform the inoculation and streaking of Prepoured Media (PPM) with liquid microbiological samples.DeviceClass II1Terminated

By type and class

Device57
Class II53
Class I3
Class III1

Class I: 5% of this firm's events; 18% of all events on the register.

Events by year

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26
Enforcement events for Biomerieux Inc by year initiated.

Questions and answers

How many FDA recalls has Biomerieux Inc had?

57 enforcement events (422 product records) on this register, 2012–2026: 57 device.

Are any Biomerieux Inc recalls ongoing?

11 events are listed as ongoing in the current openFDA export.

What class are Biomerieux Inc recalls?

53 Class II, 3 Class I, 1 Class III. 5% are Class I against 18% of all events on the register. Class reflects the relative degree of health hazard of the product, not the firm.

Where does this data come from?

openFDA food, drug and device enforcement reports (CC0), export dated 28 Sep 2026.

Provenance

Source: openFDA enforcement reports (CC0), export dated 28 Sep 2026. Firm names are grouped exactly as FDA spells them; the same company can appear under several spellings. Only organisations are shown. See the methodology.