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FDA Devices recall · Reported January 16, 2019

ddRCombi Plus FP, Model Number 8.2000.0070.0 (US Version), 8.2000.0060.0 (Europe Version) The ddRCombi Plus FP is a fully digital, multifunctional X-ray system that allows the direct digitization of X-ray information without use of cassettes or other media. It can perform all applications in orthopedics and trauma as well as pulmonary imaging.

A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high clinical workload, the first steel wire rope of the lifting column, whi…

Recall #
Z-0697-2019
Affected scope
3
Initiated
November 14, 2018
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Swissray Medical Ag recalled ddRCombi Plus FP, Model Number 8.2000.0070.0 (US Version), 8.2000.0060.0 (Europe Version)… - a moderate-severity action.

ddRCombi Plus FP, Model Number 8.2000.0070.0 (US Version), 8.2000.0060.0 (Europe Version)… was recalled by Swissray Medical Ag in January 16, 2019. Reason: A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high cl…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0697-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Swissray Medical Ag issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high cl….

Moderate
severity level
3 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
January 16, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0697-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0697-2019) was formally reported on January 16, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 14, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Swissray Medical Ag is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Hochdorf. Federal records list the affected scope as 3.

The documented reason for this recall is: A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high clinical workload, the first steel wire rope of the lifting column, which is designed to take the load, can bre… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution: US distribution to states of: IL and MA and countries of: Czech Republic, Germany, Poland and Peru.. 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 40,422 medical devices recalls on record

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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.

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

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

3

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

ddRCombi Plus FP, Model Number 8.2000.0070.0 (US Version), 8.2000.0060.0 (Europe Version) The ddRCombi Plus FP is a fully digital, multifunctional X-ray system that allows the direct digitization of X-ray information without use of cassettes or other media. It can perform all applications in orthopedics and trauma as well as pulmonary imaging.

Reason for recall

A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high clinical workload, the first steel wire rope of the lifting column, which is designed to take the load, can break without triggering the safety lock. This can lead to overloading of the safety cable, which is not designed to permanently carry the load of the lifting column or continuously move under load. This could cause material fatigue and cause the arm to drop unexpectedly during patient positioning. If the arm drops unexpectedly, patients and users may be seriously injured.

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-0697-2019
Date reported January 16, 2019
Date initiated November 14, 2018
Recalling firm Swissray Medical Ag
Firm location Hochdorf
Affected scope 3
Distribution Worldwide distribution: US distribution to states of: IL and MA and countries of: Czech Republic, Germany, Poland and Peru.

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

Scale of Impact

3 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?
ddRCombi Plus FP, Model Number 8.2000.0070.0 (US Version), 8.2000.0060.0 (Europe Version) The ddRCombi Plus FP is a fully digital, multifunctional X-ray system that allows the direct digitization of X-ray information without use of cassettes or other media. It can perform all applications in orthopedics and trauma as well as pulmonary imaging.. Recalled by Swissray Medical Ag. Units affected: 3.
Why was this product recalled?
A component of the device was recalled by a supplier. In rare cases of inadequate maintenance or very high clinical workload, the first steel wire rope of the lifting column, which is designed to take the load, can break without triggering the safety lock. This can lead to overloading of the safety cable, which is not designed to permanently carry the load of the lifting column or continuously move under load. This could cause material fatigue and cause the arm to drop unexpectedly during patient positioning. If the arm drops unexpectedly, patients and users may be seriously injured.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 16, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0697-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution: US distribution to states of: IL and MA and countries of: Czech Republic, Germany, Poland and Peru..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0697-2019) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported January 16, 2019. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.