The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0998-2017·Announced 2017-01-18

Siemens Biograph mCT PET/CT Scanner Laser Cover Window Recall

Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling Biograph mCT PET/CT scanners because laser cover windows may fall off.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text does not report any injuries, illnesses, or deaths, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc. is recalling the Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade (Material Number 10250743) for the Siemens Biograph mCT and Biograph mCT Flow systems. These are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanners used by health care professionals for diagnostic imaging and treatment planning.

The recall was initiated after the manufacturer became aware, through a supplier, that some laser cover windows on the devices may fall off. The affected units were distributed worldwide, including in the United States and various international locations.

Health care facilities should contact Siemens Medical Solutions for instructions on how to address the potential defect. The source text does not report any injuries or illnesses associated with this issue.

The recalled product

Product
Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, Material Number 10250743 The Siemens Biograph mCT and Biograph mCT Flow systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanners that provide registration and fusion of high resolution physiologic and anat
Affected units
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Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Serial Numbers: 1002

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 11 recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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Same manufacturer · Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

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