# FDA recall Z-2529-2024

> **LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH** · Class II · device recall initiated 2024-05-10.

## Product

Leica HistoCore Arcadia H, REF: 14039354100 and 14039357258, Paraffin Embedding Station.

## Reason for recall

An issue with safe usage of the device was identified whereby toxic smoke and internal fire developed resulting from a problem associated with the sealing of the paraffin tank.

## Distribution

US Nationwide, including government distribution.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2529-2024
- **Recalling firm:** LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2024-05-10
- **Report date:** 2024-08-14

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Nussloch, Germany

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2529-2024

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2529-2024. Retrieved 2026-07-28 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2529-2024. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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