FDAClass IIApril 6, 2016

Siemens branded SOMATOM Emotion and SOMATOM Sensation recall

Siemens branded SOMATOM Emotion and SOMATOM Sensation families of CT systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer…

Why was Siemens branded SOMATOM Emotion and SOMATOM Sensation recalled?

Siemens is initiating this recall due to a potential malfunction and hence potential hazard to patients and personnel when using the SOMATOM Emotion or SOMATOM Sensation systems in conjunction with the use of the cardio licenses "Cardio Pro" and "Cardio Retro".

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Model Number: SOMATOM Emotion Duo (2003) - 3813933

Product
Siemens branded SOMATOM Emotion and SOMATOM Sensation families of CT systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer…
Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Quantity
124 units
Distribution
US (nationwide) including Guam and the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WA.
Recall date
April 6, 2016
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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