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Lantis 8.3 Commander, Model # 8148178 - Product Usage: Lantis Treatstation is to allow the radiation therapist to deliver treatment to the patient using the mevatron and all available accessories. This entails selecting a patient, selecting today s treatment for that patient, setting up and delivering the treatment fields and recording the delivered treatment. Treatstation supports auto sequencing, a process of automatically downloading a group of fields or segments from the verification and rec

Reported: August 14, 2019 Initiated: July 10, 2019 #Z-2196-2019 2 units

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc issued this FDA Devices recall on August 14, 2019. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 2 units are affected. The recall was issued because: Potentially affected by the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2196-2019) was formally reported on August 14, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 10, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Malvern, PA. Federal records indicate 2 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Potentially affected by the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: State WV NY PA FL OK FL NJ NY IL WY NY GA NY PA PA AL NJ NY ***updated 8/14/19*** OH NC. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 7 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

2

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Recall Progress (industry avg ~60%) 60.0%

Product Description

Lantis 8.3 Commander, Model # 8148178 - Product Usage: Lantis Treatstation is to allow the radiation therapist to deliver treatment to the patient using the mevatron and all available accessories. This entails selecting a patient, selecting today s treatment for that patient, setting up and delivering the treatment fields and recording the delivered treatment. Treatstation supports auto sequencing, a process of automatically downloading a group of fields or segments from the verification and record system to the control of the linear accelerator sequentially, without user intervention. In addition, Lantis Treatstation supports intensity modulation, a process of shaping, modifying and moving the beam around a target to maximize the dose at the target and minimize the dose to normal structures.

Reason for Recall

Potentially affected by the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability

Details

Units Affected
2
Distribution
State WV NY PA FL OK FL NJ NY IL WY NY GA NY PA PA AL NJ NY ***updated 8/14/19*** OH NC
Location
Malvern, PA

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-2196-2019
Date reported August 14, 2019
Date initiated July 10, 2019
Recalling firm Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Units affected 2
Distribution State WV NY PA FL OK FL NJ NY IL WY NY GA NY PA PA AL NJ NY ***updated 8/14/19*** OH NC

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

Scale of Impact

2 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Lantis 8.3 Commander, Model # 8148178 - Product Usage: Lantis Treatstation is to allow the radiation therapist to deliver treatment to the patient using the mevatron and all available accessories. This entails selecting a patient, selecting today s treatment for that patient, setting up and delivering the treatment fields and recording the delivered treatment. Treatstation supports auto sequencing, a process of automatically downloading a group of fields or segments from the verification and record system to the control of the linear accelerator sequentially, without user intervention. In addition, Lantis Treatstation supports intensity modulation, a process of shaping, modifying and moving the beam around a target to maximize the dose at the target and minimize the dose to normal structures.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 2.
Why was this product recalled?
Potentially affected by the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 14, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2196-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: State WV NY PA FL OK FL NJ NY IL WY NY GA NY PA PA AL NJ NY ***updated 8/14/19*** OH NC.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2196-2019) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).