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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Shimadzu Mobile X-Ray System, MobileDaRt Evolution (MX8 Version), with adjustable handle option, Made in Japan - Product Usage: The device is intended to be used to take a film, CR or general radiography of patients in the hospital who cannot move and/or of outpatients in emergency.

Reported: December 16, 2020 Initiated: November 9, 2020 #Z-0534-2021

Product Description

Shimadzu Mobile X-Ray System, MobileDaRt Evolution (MX8 Version), with adjustable handle option, Made in Japan - Product Usage: The device is intended to be used to take a film, CR or general radiography of patients in the hospital who cannot move and/or of outpatients in emergency.

Reason for Recall

There is a potential that the adjustable handle option on the X-Ray system may have been installed with improper bolts. This could result in improper driving operation which could lead to harm of individuals around the device.

Details

Recalling Firm
Shimadzu Medical Systems
Units Affected
115 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AZ, CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MN, MS, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, WA, WI.
Location
Torrance, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Shimadzu Mobile X-Ray System, MobileDaRt Evolution (MX8 Version), with adjustable handle option, Made in Japan - Product Usage: The device is intended to be used to take a film, CR or general radiography of patients in the hospital who cannot move and/or of outpatients in emergency.. Recalled by Shimadzu Medical Systems. Units affected: 115 units.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential that the adjustable handle option on the X-Ray system may have been installed with improper bolts. This could result in improper driving operation which could lead to harm of individuals around the device.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 16, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0534-2021.