WASPLab Recall Issued Over Software Issue
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Copan WASP has initiated a Class II recall of one WASPLab device due to a software issue that may prevent users from overwriting results.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 19, 2026 and geographically references Arizona, United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Copan WASP initiated a voluntary recall due to a software issue within the WebApp that potentially prevents the user from overwriting the results.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects one unit of the WASPLab automated device (Model/Catalog Number: W087, Software Version: WebApp version 2.33.1, 2.33.3 and 2.34.2). The product is intended for incubation and digital imaging of agar culture plates. Distribution was limited to Arizona.
What You Should Do
No specific consumer actions or contact information are provided in the recall notice.
Why This Matters
The software defect affects result management in a device used for microbiological investigations of human specimens.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2854-2026
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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