Getinge recalls Maquet Axcel/AXcel+ OR light systems due to potential for light system to fall in operating rooms. Affected models include AXL 5001 series and others. No remedy specified in recall notice.
A potential for a light system to fall in the operating room.
Getinge is recalling Maquet Axcel and Axcel+ OR light systems because there's a risk of the light system falling in the operating room. This could lead to injury if the light falls on someone during surgery. The recall covers multiple model numbers and catalog codes.
The light system could fall in the operating room due to improper mounting or instability. If it falls, it might hit a person or equipment, causing injury or damage to the surgical setup.
Operating room staff and surgical teams using the affected light systems are most at risk. Patients and others in the operating room could be injured if the light falls.
Check for model numbers starting with AXL 5001, AXL 5001S, AXL 5002, AXL 5002S, AXL 5501, AXL 5501S, AXL+5001, AXL+5001S, AXL+5501, or AXL+5531. The catalog numbers listed in the recall notice also identify affected units.
Look for model numbers starting with AXL 5001, AXL 5001S, AXL 5002, AXL 5002S, AXL 5501, AXL 5501S, AXL+5001, AXL+5001S, AXL+5501, or AXL+5531 on the device.
The recall is due to a potential for the light system to fall in the operating room, which could cause injury to staff or patients.
Affected models include AXL 5001, AXL 5001S, AXL 5002, AXL 5002S, AXL 5501, AXL 5501S, AXL+5001, AXL+5001S, AXL+5501, AXL+5531, and others with specific catalog numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your device is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Getinge to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0764-2024 — Getinge Getinge Hello, I own a Getinge that is covered by recall Z-0764-2024 from Getinge. 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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