Agfa DR 800 X-ray System Recall: Front Lever Chain Failure Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Agfa is recalling its DR 800 digital radiography x-ray systems due to a risk that the front lever chain could fail. This could lead to injury if the system is used improperly. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall.

Why it’s dangerous

The front lever chain in the DR 800 table could fail, potentially causing the table to move unexpectedly. This could lead to injury if a patient or staff member is in the path of the moving table.

Who’s affected

Healthcare facilities using the DR 800 x-ray system are most at risk. Patients and staff could be injured if the front lever chain fails during use.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the device serial number on the DR 800 x-ray system. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, including both device and table serial numbers.

Brand
Agfa
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop Using Immediately
The affected DR 800 x-ray systems should not be used until a replacement is installed.

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Questions people ask

How can I tell if my DR 800 is affected?

Check the device serial number on your DR 800 x-ray system. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.

What should I do if I have an affected DR 800?

Stop using the system immediately and contact Agfa for further instructions.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not mention a fix or remedy for the front lever chain failure.

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Subject: Recall Z-2738-2024 — Agfa Agfa

Hello,

I own a Agfa that is covered by recall Z-2738-2024 from Agfa.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2738-2024 (July 29, 2024) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2738-2024 to see it in context.
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Agfa N.V. recalls DR 800. Digital Radiography X-ray System.

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