ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Devices recall · Reported January 15, 2014

The Vantage Digital Panoramic System delivers high-value features standard on every system: - Five pre-programmed exam settings, including bitewing, minimize exam set-up time and allow routine diagnostic exams to be performed extraorally for improved clinical efficiency and patient experience. - Progeny Clarity Enhanced Filter Set provides superior diagnostic imaging quality - Exclusive Focal Trough Alignment reminder assists in consistent patient positioning - Progeny Imaging software included

Q: Which agency issued this recall?

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0651-2014.

Q: Where was the recalled product distributed?

Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and the states of AK, AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, MA, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WI, and the countries of Australia, Canada, and Russia..

Q: 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.

An error was identified in the Real Time Controller (RTC) firmware versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 used in Vantage Panoramic X-Ray systems. The error may cause the column of the V…

Recall #: Z-0651-2014
Affected scope: 58 units
Initiated: September 20, 2013

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Midmark Corp dba Progeny Inc recalled The Vantage Digital Panoramic System delivers high-value features standard on every syste… - a moderate-severity action.

The Vantage Digital Panoramic System delivers high-value features standard on every syste… was recalled by Midmark Corp dba Progeny Inc in January 15, 2014. Reason: An error was identified in the Real Time Controller (RTC) firmware versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 used in Va…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0651-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Midmark Corp dba Progeny Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-An error was identified in the Real Time Controller (RTC) firmware versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 used in Va….

Moderate
severity level: 58 units
affected scope: Class II
classification: January 15, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0651-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

The Vantage Digital Panoramic System delivers high-value features standard on every system: - Five pre-programmed exam settings, including bitewing, minimize exam set-up time and allow routine diagnostic exams to be performed extraorally for improved clinical efficiency and patient experience. - Progeny Clarity Enhanced Filter Set provides superior diagnostic imaging quality - Exclusive Focal Trough Alignment reminder assists in consistent patient positioning - Progeny Imaging software included for download on an unlimited number of operatory workstations with no additional costs - Exclusive VantageTrust remote support and training service offered at no charge for the first 60 days of use - Ceph upgradeable for expanded extraoral exam capabilities - The Progeny Vantage Panoramic System s proudly designed and manufactured in the USA; 2013 Midmark Corporation; 675 Heathrow Drive Lincolnshire, IL 60069; 847-415-9800 Toll-free 888-924-3800

Reason for recall

An error was identified in the Real Time Controller (RTC) firmware versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, and 3.3 used in Vantage Panoramic X-Ray systems. The error may cause the column of the Vantage Panoramic X-Ray unit to continue moving vertically despite the release of the movement control button (i.e. failure to stop").

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-0651-2014
Date reported	January 15, 2014
Date initiated	September 20, 2013
Recalling firm	Midmark Corp dba Progeny Inc
Firm location	Lincolnshire, IL
Affected scope	58 units
Distribution	Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and the states of AK, AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, MA, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WI, and the countries of Australia, Canada, and Russia.

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

Scale of Impact

58 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall

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Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -

Massive (≥1M units) -

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 15, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0651-2014.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and the states of AK, AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, KS, MA, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WI, and the countries of Australia, Canada, and Russia..

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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