FDA recall, , Moderate risk
Copan WASPLab Automated Culture Plate Incubators and Imagers
WASPLab has a software issue that may prevent users from overwriting results.
Summary by Recall Canary from the FDA notice
What happened
Copan WASP of Brescia, Italy, recalled its WASPLab automated device, including WebApp software versions 2.33.1, 2.33.3 and 2.34.2, due to a software issue within the WebApp that potentially prevents the user from overwriting the results. The recall began June 16, 2026, and was added to the FDA's Enforcement Report on July 31, 2026. The product was distributed in Arizona.
What to do
We don't have product-specific instructions for this recall. FDA's general advice for medical device recalls:
- A device recall doesn't always mean you must stop using it: it may need to be checked, adjusted or fixed.
- Talk to your health care provider before you stop using it.
Is yours affected?
Match the model number and lot code listed under your product.
WASPLab
- Model number
- W087
- Lot code
- 2.33.1
- 2.33.3
- 2.34.2
Recall details
- Company began the recall
- Sold in
US Nationwide distribution in the state of Arizona.
- Company
- Copan WASPBrescia, Italy
- Hazard
- Software defect
- Risk
Moderate risk
Using it may cause short-term health problems, or ones that treatment can reverse. Serious harm is unlikely.
FDA Class II recall · How risk is rated
- Event ID
- 99302
- Recall number
- Z-2854-2026
Timeline
FDA's Enforcement Report is its public list of recalls; FDA adds a recall when it posts it and publishes the list weekly.
Company began the recall
Added to FDA's Enforcement Report · Classified by FDA
Listed on Recall Canary
In FDA's weekly enforcement report
Summary updated
