GE Medical Systems recalls Vivid E80/E90/E95 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 E8:0, E90, and E95 ultrasound systems because the power cord can break and expose electrical wires, creating a shock hazard. This could cause injury if the system is used improperly.
The power cord can break, exposing electrical conductors inside. This creates a risk of electric shock if the system is touched or handled improperly during use.
Healthcare providers and qualified medical personnel who use these ultrasound systems for imaging are most at risk. The recall affects units sold for cardiac, abdominal, pediatric, and other medical imaging purposes.
Check for the model number on the system's label: Vivid E80, E90, or E95. These units were sold for medical imaging purposes by GE Medical Systems.
Inspect the power cord for any signs of damage or fraying before use.
Reach out to GE Medical Systems directly to arrange a repair or replacement for the affected unit.
No, these ultrasound systems are intended for use by qualified medical professionals in clinical settings, not home use.
Check the model number on the system: Vivid E80, E90, or E95. These units were sold for medical imaging purposes.
Immediately stop using the system and contact GE Medical Systems for repair or replacement.
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-2987-2018 — GE Medical Systems GE Medical Systems Hello, I own a GE Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-2987-2018 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.
