Siemens recalls Artis Zee X-Ray systems with specific model numbers due to risk of screws loosening or snapping, potentially causing severe injuries during procedures. Affected units include those with model 10280959 and serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Artis Zee, Artis Q, Artis Pheno or Artis Icono systems equipped with a DCS Extended or DCS Movable, the potential exists for individual screws of the screwed connection joining the pivot bearing to the ceiling-mounted support to work loose or snap off, can result in severe injuries to patients and operating personnel
Siemens is recalling certain Artis Zee X-Ray systems that may have screws in the ceiling support that can become loose or snap. This poses a risk of severe injuries to patients and medical staff during procedures.
The screws connecting the X-ray system's pivot bearing to the ceiling support can become loose or snap during use. This could cause the system to move unexpectedly, potentially leading to severe injuries to patients or medical staff.
Medical facilities using the recalled Siemens Artis Zee X-Ray systems with model number 10280959 and specific serial numbers are most at risk. Patients and operating personnel during procedures could be injured.
Check for model number 10280959 on the system. Affected units have serial numbers listed in the recall notice, including 160335, 160430, and other specific numbers provided.
Immediately cease using the recalled Siemens Artis Zee X-Ray system if it has model number 10280959 and the listed serial numbers.
Model number 10280959 is affected by this recall.
Affected serial numbers include 160335, 160430, 160368, 160469, 160357, 160370, 160369, 160509, 160427, 160433, 160443, 160428, 160429, 160463, 160001, 160461, 160486, 160800, 160487, 160488, 160507, 160840, 160862, 160856, 160823, 160914, 160930, 161235, and 160401.
The recall does not specify a fix or remedy; affected units must be stopped from use immediately.
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Subject: Recall Z-1897-2019 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-1897-2019 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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