Siemens recalls MAGNETOM Vida Fit MRI models with serial numbers 202010-202146. Ice blockage in venting system could cause helium pressure buildup and rupture, risking helium 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 models of their MAGNETOM Vida Fit MRI scanners due to a potential ice blockage in the helium venting system. This could lead to pressure buildup and rupture of the helium containment system, potentially causing helium leaks in the scanning room.
Ice can form in the magnet venting system, which may block helium gas escape during a quench event. This could cause pressure buildup in the helium containment system, potentially rupturing it and leaking helium into the scanning room.
MRI facility staff and patients using the recalled MAGNETOM Vida Fit MRI models. Those with the specific serial numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check the serial numbers on the device: 202010 through 202146. The model number is 11410481. The recall covers specific UDI numbers and serial numbers listed in the notice.
Look for the serial number on the device, which should be one of the listed numbers (202010-202146).
If unsure about the serial number, contact Siemens directly to confirm if the device is affected.
The recall is due to a potential ice blockage in the helium venting system that could cause pressure buildup and rupture of the helium containment system during a quench event.
If the ice blockage occurs, helium pressure could build up and rupture the containment system, potentially causing a helium leak in the scanning room.
Check the serial number on the device; affected models have serial numbers from 202010 to 202146 as listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2668-2025 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2668-2025 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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