Canon recalls Alphenix INFX-8000V interventional fluoroscopic x-ray systems with possible loose ceiling movement gear screws causing loss of lateral movement, noise, and sensor errors.
It has been discovered that there is a possibility that the fixing screws of the ceiling movement gear in the ceiling suspended arm that are part of the X-ray interventional systems may become loose. As a result, ceiling lateral movement may no longer be possible, abnormal noise may be generated from the suspension system and a sensor error may be displayed
Canon is recalling Alphenix INFX-8000V interventional fluoroscopic x-ray systems due to a risk that ceiling movement gear screws may become loose. This could cause the system to lose lateral movement, generate abnormal noise, and display sensor errors.
The fixing screws in the ceiling movement gear of the suspended arm may become loose, which can prevent lateral movement of the ceiling, create abnormal noise from the suspension system, and trigger sensor errors in the x-ray system.
Medical facilities that own or use the Alphenix INFX-8000V interventional fluoroscopic x-ray systems are most at risk. The specific units affected are those with the listed serial numbers.
Check if your Alphenix INFX-8000V interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system has one of the listed serial numbers. The recall covers specific units with these serial numbers.
Verify if your system displays abnormal noise or sensor errors after the recall.
Reach out to Canon Medical System, USA, INC. for guidance on the specific remedy for your unit.
Canon discovered that fixing screws in the ceiling movement gear may become loose, causing loss of lateral movement, abnormal noise, and sensor errors.
Check if your system has one of the listed serial numbers and contact Canon Medical System, USA, INC. for guidance.
The recall indicates a potential issue with the ceiling movement gear, but no specific immediate risk to users is mentioned in the record.
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Subject: Recall Z-1179-2026 — Canon Canon Hello, I own a Canon that is covered by recall Z-1179-2026 from Canon. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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