Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Artis Q.zen biplane, Model Number 10848355 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-0980-2022
Action Date
2022-04-27
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Artis Q.zen biplane, Model Number 10848355
Lot/Code Info: UDI: 4056869010038; Serial Numbers: 123225 123245 123026 123043 123031 123053 123202 123050 123248 123008 123255 123252 123259 123035 123211 123247 123011 123003 123032 123208 123209 123231 123246 123254 123025 123036 123220 123221 123222 123206 123207 123268 123240 123262 123265 123219 123505 123213 123250 123251 123022 123229 123205 123502 123201 123023 123024 123224 123232 123233 123234 123501 123027 123049 123249 123055 123056 123037 123264 123010 123046 123052 123200 123015 123016 123244 123212 Additional Serial Numbers as of 10/4/23: 123216 123239
Quantity Affected: 69 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-0980-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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