FDA recall record

GE OEC Medical Systems 892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system recall — FDA Z-2240-2012

GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analysis showing that a replacement Hitachi 160 GB…

Class IIclassification
Z-2240-2012official record ID
Aug 29, 2012report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2240-2012
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmGE OEC Medical Systems, Inc.
Report dateAug 29, 2012
Recall initiation dateNov 6, 2009
Quantity3,595 units
LocationSalt Lake City, UT, United States

Official product description

892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot film imaging of the patient during diagnostic surgical and interventional procedures. The systems include features specifically designed for use in diagnostic and interventional cardiac imaging procedures, and are also intended for cholangiography, endoscopic, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, critical care and emergency room procedures. The systems may be used for other imaging applications at the physician's discretion.

Why the product was recalled

GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analysis showing that a replacement Hitachi 160 GB Hard Drive, when installed on certain models is susceptible of causing unanticipated system shut downs, no boots, data loss or data mix, or unexpected hard drive corruption.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution -- USA (nationwide)

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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