Siemens myNeedle Guide Software Recalls: Incorrect Label Order in CT Scans
Siemens recalls specific myNeedle Guide software licenses for CT systems due to swapped orientation labels in axial slices, which may cause misalignment during procedures. Affected models include SOMATOM go.Now, go.Up, go.All, and others with listed serial numbers and UDI codes.
Lower-risk recall
In the syngo.CT VA40 and syngo.CT VA50 myNeedle Guide application, the order of the orientation labels head , center, and feet in the axial thick slice segments are erroneously swapped
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What happened, in plain English
Siemens is recalling certain myNeedle Guide software licenses for CT scanners because the labels for head, center, and feet in axial slices are swapped. This could lead to incorrect positioning during medical procedures, potentially causing misdiagnosis or treatment errors. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/59070-siemens-myneedle-guide-software-recalls-incorrect-label-order-in-ct.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/59070-siemens-myneedle-guide-software-recalls-incorrect-label-order-in-ct · Updated August 19, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-1003-2023
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“Siemens myNeedle Guide Software Recalls: Incorrect Label Order in CT Scans.” GovInfoNow, updated August 19, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/59070-siemens-myneedle-guide-software-recalls-incorrect-label-order-in-ct. Based on FDA recall #Z-1003-2023 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1003-2023%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The software incorrectly swaps the orientation labels (head, center, feet) in axial thick slice segments. This could result in misaligned imaging data, potentially leading to inaccurate measurements or misdiagnosis during procedures. However, the issue does not cause physical harm or immediate safety risks.
Who’s affected
Users of the recalled software licenses on Siemens CT scanners, particularly medical professionals performing imaging procedures. The risk is low as the software issue does not cause immediate harm but may affect accuracy in specific scans.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your CT scanner model is listed as SOMATOM go.Now, go.Up, go.All, or go.Top with specific serial numbers (e.g., 112285, 112443) or Unique Device Identifiers (UDIs) like 04056869151571.
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What to do — step by step
Check Software Version
Verify if your CT scanner has the recalled myNeedle Guide software licenses by checking the model and serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide.
FDA distribution: “Nationwide” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
Distributed nationwide.
Recall timeline
FDA published this recall 41 days after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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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-1003-2023 (December 22, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1003-2023 to see it in context.
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