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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 8, 2012

Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16 The carbon-fibre MAGNUS table top (1180-16XX) serves to support and position patients for surgical procedures (e.g. cardiovascular surgery) and interventional examination immediately before, during and after the surgical phase. The table top is radiotranslucent and enables intraoperative use of X-ray equipment.

As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufacture…

Recall #
Z-2108-2012
Affected scope
164 Units located in 27 Countries
Initiated
April 13, 2012
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Maquet Medical Systems, Usa recalled Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16… - a moderate-severity action.

Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16… was recalled by Maquet Medical Systems, Usa in August 8, 2012. Reason: As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a pote…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2108-2012 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Maquet Medical Systems, Usa issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a pote….

Moderate
severity level
164 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
August 8, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2108-2012 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

Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16 The carbon-fibre MAGNUS table top (1180-16XX) serves to support and position patients for surgical procedures (e.g. cardiovascular surgery) and interventional examination immediately before, during and after the surgical phase. The table top is radiotranslucent and enables intraoperative use of X-ray equipment.

Reason for recall

As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufactured between February 23, 2010 and February 28, 2012 and distributed between November 11, 2010 and April 6, 2012. There is a potential issue with the motor brakes for the longitudinal shift drive, and the tilt drive.

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-2108-2012
Date reported August 8, 2012
Date initiated April 13, 2012
Recalling firm Maquet Medical Systems, Usa
Firm location Wayne, NJ
Affected scope 164 Units located in 27 Countries
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, China, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, India, Italy, Japan, South K…

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

Scale of Impact

164 Units located in 27 Countries 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16 The carbon-fibre MAGNUS table top (1180-16XX) serves to support and position patients for surgical procedures (e.g. cardiovascular surgery) and interventional examination immediately before, during and after the surgical phase. The table top is radiotranslucent and enables intraoperative use of X-ray equipment.. Recalled by Maquet Medical Systems, Usa. Units affected: 164 Units located in 27 Countries.
Why was this product recalled?
As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufactured between February 23, 2010 and February 28, 2012 and distributed between November 11, 2010 and April 6, 2012. There is a potential issue with the motor brakes for the longitudinal shift drive, and the tilt drive.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 8, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2108-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, China, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, and Thailand..
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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