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Siemens Biograph mCt-X, model number 10248670. Medical Imaging Equipment.

FDA device recall Z-0162-2010 · posted 2009-11-10 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Reason for recall
In the unlikely event that the device is modified to operate in the tilted position, the telescoping support mechanism will not engage properly.
Action taken
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. issued an "Urgent Field Correction - Recall" notice to consignees by letter dated September 3, 2009 informing them of the problem and that a Siemens service representative will be in contact shortly to service the affected product. For further information, contact Siemens at 1-800-888-7436.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
KPS
Quantity affected
3 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- United States (IL and OH), Germany, France and Hong Kong.
Date initiated
2009-08-11
Date posted
2009-11-10
Date terminated
2009-12-22
Location
Knoxville, TN

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RecordFirmDate
BIOGRAPH 64 AND BIOGRAPH 40 (K060631)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.2006-03-17