GE Medical Systems recalls Vivid E7 ultrasound systems due to potential power cord breakage exposing electrical conductors, risking shock. Affected units may need repair or replacement.
The system side of the power cord may break and expose the electrical conductors leading to the risk of shock.
GE Medical Systems is recalling Vivid E7 ultrasound systems because the power cord can break and expose electrical conductors, creating a shock risk. This could harm users during medical imaging procedures.
The power cord can break, exposing electrical conductors inside. This could cause shock if the system is touched during normal use, especially during medical imaging procedures.
Qualified medical professionals using the Vivid E7 ultrasound system for cardiac, fetal, abdominal, and other imaging procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing these tests may also be affected.
The Vivid E7 ultrasound system is used for cardiac imaging and other medical procedures. Each unit has a unique serial number assigned to it.
Inspect the power cord for any signs of damage or breakage.
Reach out to GE Medical Systems for guidance on next steps.
No, the Vivid E7 is intended for use by qualified physicians in medical settings only.
Each Vivid E7 unit has a unique serial number assigned to it; check the label on the device.
Stop using the system immediately and contact GE Medical Systems for assistance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE Medical Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2990-2018 — GE Medical Systems GE Medical Systems Hello, I own a GE Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-2990-2018 from GE Medical Systems. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
