Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1589-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | GE Medical Systems, LLC |
| Report date | May 11, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 20, 2016 |
| Quantity | 26 (US = 4;OUS = 22) |
| Location | Waukesha, WI, United States |
Official product description
GE, Revolution CT. The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac, and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications
Why the product was recalled
An out of tolerance torque tool was used on three joints during the manufacturing process. If the X-ray Tube becomes loose on the CT gantry during operation, this could result in beam tracking errors, potential scan aborts and/or a possible image artifact. There is a secondary safety mechanism to prevent components from being expelled from the gantry if the bolts fail.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US including FL, GA, NC, and TX and Internationally to AUSTRALIA, CANADA, CHINA, FRANCE, GERMANY, ITALY, JAPAN, REPUBLIC OF KOREA, NORWAY, PERU, SWEDEN UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, UNITED KINGDOM.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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