Siemens recalls Sensis and Sensis Vibe systems with VD1X software due to rare interface freezes after 7 days without reboot. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
System operator manual states that the system should be rebooted once, every 7 days. In some cases, users are not following these instructions and the system is running for more than 7 days. Under rare circumstances, this may result in a partial freeze of the user interface which would no longer update the vital signs
Siemens is recalling Sensis and Sensis Vibe medical devices with VD1X software because users not following the 7-day reboot schedule may cause the system to partially freeze, preventing vital sign updates. This is rare but could disrupt critical medical monitoring.
The system requires rebooting every 7 days to prevent interface freezes. If users skip reboots, the display may stop updating vital signs in rare cases, potentially delaying critical medical information. This is not a safety hazard but a technical glitch.
Healthcare providers using Sensis or Sensis Vibe systems with VD1X software for hemodynamic catheterizations or electrophysiology studies. Patients receiving care from these systems are at low risk since the issue is rare and only affects the interface display.
Check if your device has the Sensis Model 10764561 or Sensis Vibe Hemo Model 11007641. The full list of affected serial numbers is provided in the recall notice.
Review your device's manual to confirm it reboots every 7 days as required by the manufacturer.
No, the recall describes a rare interface freeze that does not cause injury or death. The system may temporarily stop updating vital signs but this is not a safety hazard.
Check the serial number against the list provided in the recall notice. Affected models include Sensis Model 10764561 and Sensis Vibe Hemo Model 11007641.
Yes, ensure your device reboots every 7 days as per the manufacturer's instructions to prevent interface freezes.
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Subject: Recall Z-0226-2022 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0226-2022 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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