Siemens recalls Biograph Horizon CT/PET scanners with specific serial numbers due to potential terminal overheating. Affected units may require replacement to prevent fire or serious injury.
The terminals on the plug may become loose and overheat.
Siemens is recalling specific models of Biograph Horizon CT/PET scanners because the electrical terminals can become loose and overheat. This could lead to fire or serious injury if the scanner is used improperly.
The electrical terminals on the plug may loosen over time, causing overheating. This could lead to a fire or serious injury if the scanner is not properly maintained or used in a way that allows the terminals to become loose.
Medical facilities using the recalled Biograph Horizon scanners are most at risk. Patients and staff could be affected if the scanner malfunctions due to overheating.
Check the serial numbers listed for each model: 3R (Material 10532746) has serial numbers starting with 94400-94489, and 4R (Material 10532748) has serial numbers starting with 94400-94489.
Identify if your scanner has a serial number listed in the provided ranges for model 3R or 4R.
Reach out to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. for further instructions on replacement or repair.
The affected models are the Biograph Horizon 3R (Material Number 10532746) and 4R (Material Number 10532748) with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check your scanner's serial number against the provided lists: 3R has serial numbers starting with 94400-94489, and 4R has serial numbers starting with 94400-94489.
Contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. for instructions on replacement or repair.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0177-2019 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0177-2019 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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