FDA · Class II · September 30, 2026

Heidelberg Engineering recall: SPECTRALIS with Flex Module

Heidelberg Engineering GmbH is recalling SPECTRALIS with Flex Module because of a tip-over hazard – 87. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published the recall on September 30, 2026; it began on August 6, 2026. Distributed nationwide.

Serious Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

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Illustration: An FDA laboratory that tests medical devices – not the recalled product. Photo: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, public domain.
ProductSPECTRALIS with Flex Module
BrandHeidelberg Engineering
CompanyHeidelberg Engineering GmbH
TypeMedical devices
ClassificationClass II
Recall dateAugust 6, 2026
Published by FDASeptember 30, 2026
Quantity87
Recall ID99595
As listed by FDA

Recalled products

  1. Brand Name: Heidelberg Engineering GmbH Product Name: SPECTRALIS with Flex Module Model/Catalog Number: S3610, S2610, S2000, S1610 multimodal imaging platform optimized for the posterior segment of the eye
    FDA recall number
    Z-3215-2026
    Codes, lots and dates
    UDI-DI 04059237000235 Lot Code: Spec-07265, Spec-11121, Spec-11281, Spec-12096, Spec-13305, Spec-14403, Spec-15282, Spec-15587, Spec-20071, Spec-20348, Spec-20351, Spec-20591, Spec-20605, Spec-23473, Spec-23941, Spec-23950, Spec-23975, Spec-24507, Spec-24558, Spec-24582, Spec-24611
    Quantity
    87
    Classification
    Class II
Exactly as the agency lists them

Identifiers and details

FDA event ID
99595
Initiated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Status
Ongoing
Firm location
Heidelberg, Germany

Why it was recalled

The problem: a tip-over hazard.

The reason the FDA lists: “Wheels may come loose when module is being pushed or pulled during movement or transportation, affecting stability of the stand. The stand may tip over as a result. Falling stand may cause impact or crushing injuries, particularly to the feet, legs, hands or arms of the operator or nearby persons.”

Where it was sold

Nationwide. Distribution as the FDA records it: “Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the state of Massachusetts and the countries of Australia, Costa Rica, Germany, France, India, Israel, Italy, Canada, Mexico, Netherlands, Austria, Philippines, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Spain. South Africa. Thailand, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, Vietnam.”

What to do

Compare the recall numbers, lot numbers and expiration dates with what you have. Do not stop a prescribed medicine or device without talking to your pharmacist or doctor – they can arrange a replacement from an unaffected lot.

Official notice: FDA Enforcement Report record (event 99595, openFDA) – the same recall numbers can be searched in the FDA Enforcement Report.

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FAQ

About this recall

Is Heidelberg Engineering SPECTRALIS with Flex Module recalled?

Yes. Heidelberg Engineering GmbH recalled it on August 6, 2026; FDA published it September 30, 2026 (Class II). Only the lots, dates or models listed on this page are included.

Why was it recalled?

Because of a tip-over hazard. The reason given: Wheels may come loose when module is being pushed or pulled during movement or transportation, affecting stability of the stand. The stand may tip over as a result. Falling stand may cause impact or crushing injuries, particularly to the feet, legs, hands or arms of the operator or nearby persons.

What should I do if I have it?

Compare the recall numbers, lot numbers and expiration dates with what you have. Do not stop a prescribed medicine or device without talking to your pharmacist or doctor – they can arrange a replacement from an unaffected lot.

Where was it sold?

Nationwide.

Recalls

More recalls

Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.

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