Canon Medical recalls Toshiba Vantage Tiitan 1.5T MRI systems with specific serial numbers for potential fire risk from inadequate flame retardancy. Affected units may produce smoke or fire during operation.
The MRI system contains a component that does not meet the appropriate flame retardancy-rating which could result in smoke or fire.
Canon Medical is recalling specific models of Toshiba Vantage Tiitan 1.5T MRI systems due to a component that doesn't meet flame retardancy standards, which could cause smoke or fire. This affects certain serial numbers sold in the U.S. and requires immediate attention to prevent fire hazards.
The MRI system contains a component that fails to meet required flame retardancy ratings. If this component overheats during operation, it could produce smoke or fire, posing a fire hazard in the clinical environment.
Medical facilities that own or use the recalled Toshiba Vantage Tiitan 1.5T MRI systems with specific serial numbers listed in the recall. Patients and staff at these facilities are at risk if the system malfunctions.
Check if your Toshiba Vantage Tiitan 1.5T MRI system has a serial number starting with U4A, S4D, S4A, or A4A followed by specific digits as listed in the recall notice. The system is used for diagnostic imaging of the head or body.
Review the list of affected serial numbers provided in the recall notice to determine if your system is included.
The recall is due to a component that does not meet appropriate flame retardancy ratings, which could result in smoke or fire during operation.
Check if your system's serial number is listed in the provided recall notice. If it is, you should stop using it until further instructions are received.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy or fix for the issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Canon Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2044-2021 — Canon Medical Canon Medical Hello, I own a Canon Medical that is covered by recall Z-2044-2021 from Canon Medical. 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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