Canon Medical recalls 1.5T MRI systems with potential fire risk due to inadequate flame retardancy. Affected units may produce smoke or fire during use. Consumers should contact Canon for details.
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 certain 1.5T MRI systems because a component fails to meet flame retardancy standards, which could cause smoke or fire. This poses a fire hazard during normal medical imaging use.
The MRI system contains a component that does not meet required flame retardancy ratings. This could lead to smoke or fire during normal operation, especially when the system is used for diagnostic imaging.
Healthcare facilities using the Canon Vantage Tiitan 1.5T MRI systems with serial numbers listed in the recall are affected. Medical staff and patients using these systems face the highest risk.
Check for the serial numbers listed in the recall: S3C18Y2032, S3C1892029, S3C1912035, and other specific numbers provided in the official notice. The product is a 1.5T Premium Open-Bore MRI system used for diagnostic imaging.
Verify your MRI system's serial number against the list of affected units provided in the recall notice.
Reach out to Canon Medical System, USA, INC. for further instructions on the recall and potential remedies.
The MRI system contains a component that does not meet the appropriate flame retardancy rating, which could result in smoke or fire during normal use.
Check your serial number against the list of affected units and contact Canon Medical System, USA, INC. for further instructions.
Yes, the component's inadequate flame retardancy could lead to smoke or fire during diagnostic imaging operations.
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Subject: Recall Z-2045-2021 — Canon Medical Canon Medical Hello, I own a Canon Medical that is covered by recall Z-2045-2021 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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