The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1893-2024·Announced 2024-06-05

Captus 4000e Thyroid Uptake System recalled for unexpected collimator detachment

Mirion Technologies is recalling 1,275 units of the Captus 4000e Thyroid Uptake System worldwide due to complaints of unexpected collimator detachment.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II medical device recall for mechanical defect (collimator detachment) in a measurement device. No injuries have been reported, but the defect poses a risk of harm to accurate device function. This qualifies as a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

The Captus 4000e Thyroid Uptake System with Well, manufactured by Mirion Technologies (Capintec), Inc., is being recalled. The device is intended for thyroid uptakes, staff bioassay, and wipe tests. A total of 1,275 units have been recalled.

The recall is due to complaints of unexpected detachment of the collimator. The affected devices have been distributed worldwide, including the United States and numerous other countries. The recalled units include Model No: 5430-30152 with UDI 0859942006102 and serial numbers ranging from 940001 through 941398.

The recalled product

Product
Captus 4000e Thyroid Uptake System with Well. Intended to be used to perform Thyroid Uptakes, Staff Bioassay, and wipe tests.
Manufacturer
Mirion Technologies (Capintec), Inc.
Hazard
  • collimator-detachment

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 (3)

  • Lot Code: Model No: 5430-30152
  • UDI 0859942006102
  • S/N range 940001 through 941398.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.