Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported April 12, 2017
BrightView SPECT model number 882480 BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging accommodating a broad range of Emission Computed Tomography (ECT) studies. The cameras can be used to perform planar static, dynamic, gated, and total body studies, as well as circular-orbit and noncircular orbit SPECT studies, gated SPECT (circular and noncircular)studies, computer-programmed protocol strings, and reference scans (dual detectors only).
The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within the brake hub mechanism after service, causing the detector to backdriv…
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc recalled BrightView SPECT model number 882480 BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras desig… — a moderate-severity action.
BrightView SPECT model number 882480 BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras desig… was recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc in April 12, 2017. Reason: The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within t…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1750-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within t….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- April 12, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1750-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1750-2017) was formally reported on April 12, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 24, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Cleveland, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 84 systems.
The documented reason for this recall is: The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within the brake hub mechanism after service, causing the detector to backdrive. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - US including AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and WV. Internationally to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Cana…. 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, 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.
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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
84 systems
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
BrightView SPECT model number 882480 BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging accommodating a broad range of Emission Computed Tomography (ECT) studies. The cameras can be used to perform planar static, dynamic, gated, and total body studies, as well as circular-orbit and noncircular orbit SPECT studies, gated SPECT (circular and noncircular)studies, computer-programmed protocol strings, and reference scans (dual detectors only).
Reason for recall
The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within the brake hub mechanism after service, causing the detector to backdrive.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1750-2017 |
| Date reported | April 12, 2017 |
| Date initiated | February 24, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc |
| Firm location | Cleveland, OH |
| Affected scope | 84 systems |
| Distribution | Worldwide distribution - US including AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and WV. Internationally to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, De… |
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? ▼
BrightView SPECT model number 882480 BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging accommodating a broad range of Emission Computed Tomography (ECT) studies. The cameras can be used to perform planar static, dynamic, gated, and total body studies, as well as circular-orbit and noncircular orbit SPECT studies, gated SPECT (circular and noncircular)studies, computer-programmed protocol strings, and reference scans (dual detectors only).. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. Units affected: 84 systems.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The brake hub was not engaging with the gear box shaft due to an error in the assembly of components within the brake hub mechanism after service, causing the detector to backdrive.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 12, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1750-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US including AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, and WV. Internationally to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Republic of Korea, Malaysia Netherlands, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, UAE, and UK. There are eleven (11) government accounts for this recall: Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital, 5th Ave & Roosevelt Rd, Hines, IL 60141; VA Jessie Brown OPC, 2030 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612; VA Medical Center, 4300 W 7th St, Little Rock, AR 72205; VA Medical Center, 2200 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66622; VA Medical Center, 2501 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105; VA Medical Center, 3600 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310; VA Medical Center, 2300 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301; VA Medical Center Durham, 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705; VA Medical Center of Orlando, 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, FL 32827; Veterans Hospital, 1 Veterans Dr, Minneapolis, MN 55417; Womack Army Medical Center, Reilly Rd, Fort Bragg, NC 28307. There are thirteen (13) Canada accounts for this recall: CAMPHILL SITE, 1796 SUMMER ST, HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA B3H 3A7; COR CARE INC, 325 MILNER AVE STE 410, SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1B 5N1; CSSS DE RIMOUSKI-NEIGETTE, ROUL¿AU 150, RIMOUSKI, QUEBEC G5L 5T1; FOOTHILLS MEDICAL CENTRE, 1403 29 ST NW, CALGARY, ALBERTA T2N 2T9; HEADWATERS HEALTH CENTRE, 100 ROLLING HILLS DR, ORANGEVILLE, ONTARIO L9W 4X9; HEALTH SCIENCES NORTH, 41 RAMSEY LAKE RD, SUDBURY, ONTARIO P3E 5J1; MEDICAL IMAGING CONSULTAN, 200 BOUDREAU RD STE 102 ST., ALBERT, ALBERTA T8N 6B9; NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH, 50 COLLEGE DR, NORTH BAY, ONTARIO P1B 0A4; PETERBOROUGH REGIONAL HEA, 1 HOSPITAL DR, PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO K9J 7C6; ROCKY VIEW GENERAL HOSPIT, 7007 14 ST SW, CALGARY, ALBERTA T2V 1P9; ROYAL VICTORIA HEALTH CEN, 201 GEORGIAN DR, BARRIE, ONTARIO L4M 6M2; SOUTHERN ALBERTA INS. TEC, 1301 16 AVE NW, CALGARY, ALBERTA T2M 0L4; WOODSTOCK HOSPITAL, 310 JULIANA DR, WOODSTOCK, ONTARIO N4V 0A4. There is one (1) Mexico account for this recall: Arrendadora Medica Galena, AV Tulum#MZ 1LT 1#SM 12, Benito Juarez, Quintana Roo, 77505..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1750-2017) 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? ▼
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