Siemens recalls mobile X-ray systems with serial numbers listed for potential C-arm crack that could cause detachment and injury during use. Affected units may need repair or replacement.
During a routine inspection of a system, a crack on the C-arm holder was discovered. In the event the C-arm holder has a crack, the stability of the C-arm may be compromised and could lead to deformations of the C-arm. In very unlikely cases, an extreme impact to the C-arm such as heavy collision with a wall or table, may lead to a detachment of the C-arm and could potentially result in injury to patients and staff.
Siemens is recalling mobile X-ray systems (Cios Alpha Model 10308191) due to a crack risk in the C-arm holder that could lead to deformation or detachment. This poses a potential injury risk to patients and staff if the C-arm is impacted by heavy objects.
A crack in the C-arm holder can compromise the stability of the C-arm, potentially causing it to deform. In very unlikely cases, a heavy impact like a collision with a wall or table could cause the C-arm to detach, risking injury to patients and staff.
Healthcare facilities using the specific Siemens Cios Alpha mobile X-ray systems with listed serial numbers are most at risk. Patients and staff during X-ray procedures could be affected if the C-arm detaches.
Check if your Siemens Cios Alpha mobile X-ray system has a serial number listed in the provided range (e.g., 11294, 11202, etc.). The system is designed for clinical X-ray imaging of anatomical structures.
Inspect the C-arm holder for visible cracks during routine use.
Reach out to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. for guidance on next steps.
A crack in the C-arm holder was discovered during a routine inspection, which could compromise the stability of the C-arm and lead to deformation or detachment.
In very unlikely cases, a heavy impact like a collision with a wall or table could cause the C-arm to detach, potentially resulting in injury to patients and staff.
Check if your Siemens Cios Alpha mobile X-ray system has a serial number listed in the provided range (e.g., 11294, 11202, etc.).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0782-2020 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0782-2020 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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