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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 21, 2020

Artis zee or Artis Q systems (listed below) - Product Usage: for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures. System Name/Material Number: Artis Q BIPLANE 10848282 ARTIS Q CEILING 10848281 Artis Q floor 10848280 ARTIS Q ZEEGO 10848283 ARTIS Q.ZEN BIPLANE 10848355 ARTIS Q.zen ceiling 10848354 Artis Q.zen floor 10848353 Artis zee Biplane 10094141 Artis zee ceiling 10094137 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee multi-purpose 10094139 Art

Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room configuration data settings causing danger of collision with fix mounted …

Recall #
Z-0108-2021
Affected scope
124 U.S
Initiated
August 3, 2020
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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc recalled Artis zee or Artis Q systems (listed below) - Product Usage: for single and biplane diagn… - a moderate-severity action.

Artis zee or Artis Q systems (listed below) - Product Usage: for single and biplane diagn… was recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc in October 21, 2020. Reason: Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room con…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0108-2021 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room con….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
October 21, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0108-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0108-2021) was formally reported on October 21, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 3, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Malvern, PA. Federal records list the affected scope as 124 U.S.

The documented reason for this recall is: Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room configuration data settings causing danger of collision with fix mounted room equipment, walls or floor may occur… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Natonwide distribution.. 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 - 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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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

124 U.S

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Artis zee or Artis Q systems (listed below) - Product Usage: for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures. System Name/Material Number: Artis Q BIPLANE 10848282 ARTIS Q CEILING 10848281 Artis Q floor 10848280 ARTIS Q ZEEGO 10848283 ARTIS Q.ZEN BIPLANE 10848355 ARTIS Q.zen ceiling 10848354 Artis Q.zen floor 10848353 Artis zee Biplane 10094141 Artis zee ceiling 10094137 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee multi-purpose 10094139 Artis zeego 10280959

Reason for recall

Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room configuration data settings causing danger of collision with fix mounted room equipment, walls or floor may occur. This might cause components of the system to fall or tilt which could result in crushing of patients, operators or staff, collision of system parts with patients, as well as result in delay or interruption of the clinical procedure

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-0108-2021
Date reported October 21, 2020
Date initiated August 3, 2020
Recalling firm Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Firm location Malvern, PA
Affected scope 124 U.S
Distribution US Natonwide distribution.

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

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Artis zee or Artis Q systems (listed below) - Product Usage: for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures. System Name/Material Number: Artis Q BIPLANE 10848282 ARTIS Q CEILING 10848281 Artis Q floor 10848280 ARTIS Q ZEEGO 10848283 ARTIS Q.ZEN BIPLANE 10848355 ARTIS Q.zen ceiling 10848354 Artis Q.zen floor 10848353 Artis zee Biplane 10094141 Artis zee ceiling 10094137 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee floor 10094135 Artis zee multi-purpose 10094139 Artis zeego 10280959. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 124 U.S.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential exists for the collision supervision not to work properly following loss of the individual room configuration data settings causing danger of collision with fix mounted room equipment, walls or floor may occur. This might cause components of the system to fall or tilt which could result in crushing of patients, operators or staff, collision of system parts with patients, as well as result in delay or interruption of the clinical procedure
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 21, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0108-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Natonwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0108-2021) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported October 21, 2020.

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