Siemens recalls over-ear headphones used with specific MRI systems due to lubricating grease causing visible artifacts during head scans. Affected models include MAGNETOM Amira, Free.Max, Free.Star, Sempra, Mica, Spectra and others.
In some cases, when lubricating grease is present within the headband of the over-ear headphones, it may cause visible, dot- or lineshaped, fat-isointense artifacts during head examinations only. These potential artifacts depend on the position of the headband, the amount of lubricating grease, as well as the sequence parameters used
Siemens is recalling over-ear headphones used with certain MRI machines because lubricating grease inside the headband can create visible artifacts during head scans. This issue affects specific models and serial numbers, but does not pose a safety risk to users.
Lubricating grease inside the headband can create visible dot- or line-shaped artifacts during head examinations. These artifacts depend on the headband position, amount of grease, and MRI sequence settings.
Users of the recalled headphones with specific Siemens MRI systems are affected. Patients undergoing head examinations with these MRI systems are most at risk of seeing artifacts in their scans.
Check if your headphones have the model number 11060845 and are used with specific Siemens MRI systems listed in the recall notice. The serial numbers range from 7981 to 32200 for some models.
Verify your headphones' model number and serial numbers to confirm if they are in the recall list.
No, the recall is for potential artifacts in MRI scans, not a safety hazard. The headphones do not cause injury or damage.
The headphones are used with specific Siemens MRI systems including MAGNETOM Amira, Free.Max, Free.Star, Sempra, Mica, Spectra, Aera, Altea, Avanto, Cima.X, Lumina, Prisma, Skyra, Sola, and Vida.
Check if your headphones have model number 11060845 and serial numbers between 7981 and 32200 for some models.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2648-2023 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2648-2023 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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