V5Ms Transesophageal transducers; V5Ms trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer is intended primarily for cardiology applications
Reported: September 10, 2014 Initiated: August 13, 2014 #Z-2571-2014
Product Description
V5Ms Transesophageal transducers; V5Ms trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer is intended primarily for cardiology applications
Reason for Recall
Reports of deterioration of material covering the articulating section of the V5Ms transesophageal transducer.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
- Units Affected
- 321 units
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally tAustralia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, China, Columbia, France, Germany, Great Britain, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovak Republic, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand,and United Arab Emirates.
- Location
- Mountain View, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
V5Ms Transesophageal transducers; V5Ms trans-esophageal echocardiograph (TEE) ultrasound transducer is intended primarily for cardiology applications. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.. Units affected: 321 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Reports of deterioration of material covering the articulating section of the V5Ms transesophageal transducer.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 10, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2571-2014.
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