Siemens recalls MAGNETOM Spectra MRI units with model 10837643 and 10655588 due to potential ice blockage in magnet venting, risking helium system rupture and leaks in scanning rooms.
There is a potential for an ice blockage to form or currently exist within the magnet venting system. In the event of a quench, helium gas may be unable to escape through the designed venting paths, leading to a pressure build-up within the helium containment system. This pressure build-up could ultimately rupture the helium containment system, potentially resulting in a helium leak into the scanning room.
Siemens is recalling specific MAGNETOM Spectra MRI machines that may have ice blockages in the magnet venting system. This could cause helium pressure buildup, potentially rupturing the system and leaking helium into the scanning room.
Ice blockages in the magnet venting system could prevent helium gas from escaping during a quench event. This might cause pressure buildup that ruptures the helium containment system, leading to helium leaks in the MRI scanning room.
MRI facility staff and patients using the recalled MAGNETOM Spectra models. Those with the model numbers 10837643 or 10655588 are most at risk.
Check for model numbers 10837643 or 10655588 on the MRI machine. The serial numbers are listed in the recall notice: 72030 for model 10837643 and 56069 for model 10655588.
Look for model numbers 10837643 or 10655588 on the MRI machine.
Reach out to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc for further instructions on the recall.
Model numbers 10837643 and 10655588 are affected.
There is a potential for ice blockages in the magnet venting system, which could cause helium pressure buildup and system rupture during a quench event.
Check the model number and contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc for further instructions.
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Subject: Recall Z-2663-2025 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2663-2025 from Siemens. 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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