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FDA Devices recall · Reported February 17, 2016

CyberKnife Robotic; Catalog/part number 032000 and 033000 Cosmetic cover package. Product Usage: The CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System is indicated for treatment planning and image guided stereotactic Radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy for lesions, tumors, and conditions anywhere in the body when radiation treatment is indicated.

The gun box mounting bracket may fail to support the weight of the gun box when in vertical (inverted) position. If this failure occurs the gun box may become loose and could come…

Recall #
Z-0771-2016
Affected scope
226
Initiated
January 22, 2016
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Accuray Incorporated recalled CyberKnife Robotic; Catalog/part number 032000 and 033000 Cosmetic cover package. Prod… - a moderate-severity action.

CyberKnife Robotic; Catalog/part number 032000 and 033000 Cosmetic cover package. Prod… was recalled by Accuray Incorporated in February 17, 2016. Reason: The gun box mounting bracket may fail to support the weight of the gun box when in vertical (inverted) positi…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0771-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Accuray Incorporated issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The gun box mounting bracket may fail to support the weight of the gun box when in vertical (inverted) positi….

Moderate
severity level
226 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
February 17, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0771-2016 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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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

CyberKnife Robotic; Catalog/part number 032000 and 033000 Cosmetic cover package. Product Usage: The CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System is indicated for treatment planning and image guided stereotactic Radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy for lesions, tumors, and conditions anywhere in the body when radiation treatment is indicated.

Reason for recall

The gun box mounting bracket may fail to support the weight of the gun box when in vertical (inverted) position. If this failure occurs the gun box may become loose and could come into contact with a patient.

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-0771-2016
Date reported February 17, 2016
Date initiated January 22, 2016
Recalling firm Accuray Incorporated
Firm location Sunnyvale, CA
Affected scope 226
Distribution Worldwide Distribution. US Nationwide, Venezuela, United Kingdom, Ukraine, Turkey, Thailand, Taiwan, Switzerland, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Poland, Pakistan, Myanmar, Mexico, Korea, Japan, Italy, Ireland, India, Greece, Germany, France,…

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

Scale of Impact

226 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?
CyberKnife Robotic; Catalog/part number 032000 and 033000 Cosmetic cover package. Product Usage: The CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System is indicated for treatment planning and image guided stereotactic Radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy for lesions, tumors, and conditions anywhere in the body when radiation treatment is indicated.. Recalled by Accuray Incorporated. Units affected: 226.
Why was this product recalled?
The gun box mounting bracket may fail to support the weight of the gun box when in vertical (inverted) position. If this failure occurs the gun box may become loose and could come into contact with a patient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 17, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0771-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution. US Nationwide, Venezuela, United Kingdom, Ukraine, Turkey, Thailand, Taiwan, Switzerland, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Poland, Pakistan, Myanmar, Mexico, Korea, Japan, Italy, Ireland, India, Greece, Germany, France, Finland, Czech Republic, Colombia, China, Canada, and Belgium..
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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