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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 23, 2013

P21x/5-1 MHz transducer, Part Number P07698-23 Product Usage: The P21x/5-1 MHz phased array transducer is designed for cardiac, abdominal and obstetric, TCD and orbital exams. It supports 2D with SonoMB Multi Beam Technology and Auto Gain capabilities, SonoHD Imaging Technology, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, M-Mode, Velocity Color Flow Doppler, Color Power Doppler (CDP), Pulsed Wave (PW), TDI Pulsed Wave, and Continuous Wave Doppler.

FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is not working as intended.

Recall #
Z-0027-2014
Affected scope
10 units
Initiated
September 11, 2013
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SonoSite, Inc. recalled P21x/5-1 MHz transducer, Part Number P07698-23 Product Usage: The P21x/5-1 MHz phased… - a moderate-severity action.

P21x/5-1 MHz transducer, Part Number P07698-23 Product Usage: The P21x/5-1 MHz phased… was recalled by SonoSite, Inc. in October 23, 2013. Reason: FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is n…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0027-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

SonoSite, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is n….

Moderate
severity level
10 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 23, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0027-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0027-2014) was formally reported on October 23, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 11, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. SonoSite, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Bothell, WA. Federal records list the affected scope as 10 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is not working as intended. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide in the states of Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and in the country Japan and Italy.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

10 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

P21x/5-1 MHz transducer, Part Number P07698-23 Product Usage: The P21x/5-1 MHz phased array transducer is designed for cardiac, abdominal and obstetric, TCD and orbital exams. It supports 2D with SonoMB Multi Beam Technology and Auto Gain capabilities, SonoHD Imaging Technology, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, M-Mode, Velocity Color Flow Doppler, Color Power Doppler (CDP), Pulsed Wave (PW), TDI Pulsed Wave, and Continuous Wave Doppler.

Reason for recall

FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is not working as intended.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0027-2014
Date reported October 23, 2013
Date initiated September 11, 2013
Recalling firm SonoSite, Inc.
Firm location Bothell, WA
Affected scope 10 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide in the states of Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and in the country Japan and Italy.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

10 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
P21x/5-1 MHz transducer, Part Number P07698-23 Product Usage: The P21x/5-1 MHz phased array transducer is designed for cardiac, abdominal and obstetric, TCD and orbital exams. It supports 2D with SonoMB Multi Beam Technology and Auto Gain capabilities, SonoHD Imaging Technology, Tissue Harmonic Imaging, M-Mode, Velocity Color Flow Doppler, Color Power Doppler (CDP), Pulsed Wave (PW), TDI Pulsed Wave, and Continuous Wave Doppler.. Recalled by SonoSite, Inc.. Units affected: 10 units.
Why was this product recalled?
FUJIFILM SonoSite Inc. remove P21x/5-1 Transducer because the firm discovered the Biopsy Bracket Sensor is not working as intended.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 23, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0027-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide in the states of Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and in the country Japan and Italy..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0027-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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