Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Artis Q zeego, Model Number 10848283 by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Reason: If the coolant level in the cooling circuit drops below a certain level, this may result in a situation in which the X-ray tube is no longer sufficien.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-0977-2022
Action Date
2022-04-27
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Artis Q zeego, Model Number 10848283
Lot/Code Info: UDI: 4056869010007; Serial Numbers: 117021 117136 117324 117108 117001 117023 117329 117315 117125 117006 117312 117124 117129 117112 117034 117026 117029 117123 117100 117307 117117 117111 117304 117024 117325 117303 117030 117314 117309 117113 117322 117014 117040 117041 117114 117009 Additional Serial Numbers as of 10/4/23: 117127 117310
Quantity Affected: 38 systems
Reason for Recall
If the coolant level in the cooling circuit drops below a certain level, this may result in a situation in which the X-ray tube is no longer sufficiently cooled and the system will display the message "TUBE HOT, have a break". Several minutes later the system will block X-ray to prevent further damage and display the message "NO XRAY: TUBE TOO HOT".
Distribution
US Nationwide.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2022-02-23
Company
Malvern, PA
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 150 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc has 277 FDA actions in our database, including 173 recalls and 104 clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc have FDA actions?
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc has 277 FDA actions in our database, including 173 recalls and 104 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0977-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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