Siemens recalls Biograph Vision 450, 600, and 600 Edge models due to potential gantry locking mechanism failure. Affected units have specific serial numbers; contact Siemens for details.
This is a potential problem with the locking mechanism that is used to secure the PET gantry in either its scanning or service position.
Siemens is recalling its Biograph Vision 450, 600, and 600 Edge CT scanners because of a potential issue with the locking mechanism that secures the PET gantry. This could lead to the gantry not staying properly locked during scanning or service, potentially causing safety risks if the gantry moves unexpectedly.
The locking mechanism that secures the PET gantry in either scanning or service positions may fail, causing the gantry to move unexpectedly. This could lead to the scanner shifting during use, potentially causing injury or damage to equipment.
Medical facilities using Siemens Biograph Vision 450, 600, or 600 Edge CT scanners are likely affected. Staff and patients using these scanners are at risk if the gantry becomes unstable during operation.
Check for the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice: 450 models have serial number 10106, 600 models have serial numbers 11120 or 11116, and 600 Edge models have serial number 11068.
Identify the serial number on your Siemens Biograph Vision scanner to determine if it is affected by this recall.
The recall affects Siemens Biograph Vision 450, 600, and 600 Edge models with specific serial numbers listed in the notice.
Check the serial number on your scanner; affected units have specific serial numbers: 450 (10106), 600 (11120 or 11116), and 600 Edge (11068).
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Siemens directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1136-2023 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-1136-2023 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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