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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 15, 2016

GE Revolution CT The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications. The system is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission projection data from the same axial plane taken at different angles.

GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unintended motion in cases involving large patients. The Revolution CT crad…

Recall #
Z-1915-2016
Affected scope
197 (US = 68; OUS = 129)
Initiated
May 9, 2016
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Ge Healthcare, LLC recalled GE Revolution CT The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac and vascular X-r… - a moderate-severity action.

GE Revolution CT The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac and vascular X-r… was recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC in June 15, 2016. Reason: GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unint…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1915-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ge Healthcare, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unint….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 15, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1915-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1915-2016) was formally reported on June 15, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 9, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Ge Healthcare, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Waukesha, WI. Federal records list the affected scope as 197 (US = 68; OUS = 129).

The documented reason for this recall is: GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unintended motion in cases involving large patients. The Revolution CT cradle can descend on its own after activati… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, NE, NY,NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, A, WA, WI; and countries of: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Estoni…. 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, 3 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

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

197 (US = 68; OUS = 129)

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

GE Revolution CT The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications. The system is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission projection data from the same axial plane taken at different angles.

Reason for recall

GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unintended motion in cases involving large patients. The Revolution CT cradle can descend on its own after activation by the user. This can put the patient at risk for harm. The harm can involve the impinging or crushing of a hand if caught between the cradle and CT inner gantry bore. No injurie

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-1915-2016
Date reported June 15, 2016
Date initiated May 9, 2016
Recalling firm Ge Healthcare, LLC
Firm location Waukesha, WI
Affected scope 197 (US = 68; OUS = 129)
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, NE, NY,NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, A, WA, WI; and countries of: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, …

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?
GE Revolution CT The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications. The system is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission projection data from the same axial plane taken at different angles.. Recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC. Units affected: 197 (US = 68; OUS = 129).
Why was this product recalled?
GEHC has become aware of a potential safety issue in the Revolution CT Patient Table that can result in unintended motion in cases involving large patients. The Revolution CT cradle can descend on its own after activation by the user. This can put the patient at risk for harm. The harm can involve the impinging or crushing of a hand if caught between the cradle and CT inner gantry bore. No injurie
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 15, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1915-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AL, CA, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, NE, NY,NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, A, WA, WI; and countries of: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Peru, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1915-2016) 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 June 15, 2016. 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.