CLASS II Device recall · Reported 18 Jan 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report
Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA
Siemens Medical Solutions USA is recalling Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, Material Number 10250743 The Siemens Biograph mCT and, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 13 Dec 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0998-2017
- FDA event ID
- 76127
- Recalling firm
- Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Knoxville, TN
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 13 Dec 2016
- FDA classified
- 10 Jan 2017
- Reported
- 18 Jan 2017
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 13 Dec 2016 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 10 Jan 2017 | Classified by FDA | +28 days |
| 18 Jan 2017 | Published in enforcement report | +8 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Siemens Medical Solutions, Molecular Imaging has become aware, through our supplier that some laser cover windows may fall off.
Product as listed by the FDA
Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, Material Number 10250743 The Siemens Biograph mCT and Biograph mCT Flow systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanners that provide registration and fusion of high resolution physiologic and anatomic information. The CT component produces cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-Ray transmission data from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes taken at different angles. The PET subsystem images and measures the distribution of PET radiopharmaceuticals in humans for the purpose of determining various metabolic (molecular) and physiologic functions within the human body and utilizes the CT for fast attenuation correction maps for PET studies and precise anatomical reference for the fused PET and CT images. The system maintains independent functionality of the CT and PET devices, allowing for single modality CT and / or PET diagnostic imaging. These systems are intended to be utilized by appropriately trained health care professionals to aid in detecting, localizing, diagnosing, staging and restaging of lesions, tumors, disease and organ function for the evaluation of diseases and disorders such as, but not limited to, cardiovascular disease, neurological disorders and cancer. The images produced by the system can also be used by the physician to aid in radiotherapy treatment planning and interventional radiology procedures.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to U.A.E., AT, AU, AZ, BR, CA, ,CH, CL, CN, CO, CZ, DE, DK, EG,FI, FR, GB, HK, HR, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MX, NL, NO, NZ, PK, PL, QA, RO RU, SE, SG, SI, SK, TH, TR, AND TW.
Questions about this recall
Is Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, Material Number 10250743 The Siemens Biograph mCT and recalled?
Yes. Siemens Medical Solutions USA recalled Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, Material Number 10250743 The Siemens Biograph mCT and on 13 Dec 2016. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0998-2017.
Why was it recalled?
Siemens Medical Solutions, Molecular Imaging has become aware, through our supplier that some laser cover windows may fall off.
Which lots are affected?
Serial Numbers: 1002
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to U.A.E., AT, AU, AZ, BR, CA, ,CH, CL, CN, CO, CZ, DE, DK, EG,FI, FR, GB, HK, HR, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, MX, NL, NO, NZ, PK, PL, QA, RO RU, SE, SG, SI, SK, TH, TR, AND TW.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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