CLASS II Device recall · Reported 5 Feb 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report

Carestream DRX Evolution System recalled by Carestream Health

Carestream Health is recalling Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 20 Aug 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesSerial Numbers 5049, 5073, 5133, 5162
Quantity recalled4 units

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-0774-2014
FDA event ID
67060
Recalling firm
Carestream Health, Rochester, NY
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
20 Aug 2013
FDA classified
29 Jan 2014
Reported
5 Feb 2014
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Other Reasons

Timeline

20 Aug 2013Recall initiated by company
29 Jan 2014Classified by FDA+162 days
5 Feb 2014Published in enforcement report+7 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Carestream received a report of an exposure being initiated without a patient image captured. The patient was imaged 2 times before an image was captured. The field engineer who visited the site reported the system allowed an exposure without the assignment of a bucky or image receptor.

Product as listed by the FDA

Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for generation of x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. These products are permanently installed diagnostic x-ray systems composed of 4 main components: an operator console, over head tube crane, x-ray tube assembly including a collimator and stationary generator. In addition the device can use an x-ray table and /or wallstandbucky to complete x-ray exposures.

Where it was distributed

Nationwide Distribution including TX, IL, and GA.

Nationwide GeorgiaIllinoisTexas

Questions about this recall

Is Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a recalled?

Yes. Carestream Health recalled Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a on 20 Aug 2013. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0774-2014.

Why was it recalled?

Carestream received a report of an exposure being initiated without a patient image captured. The patient was imaged 2 times before an image was captured. The field engineer who visited the site reported the system allowed an exposure without the assignment of a bucky or image receptor.

Which lots are affected?

Serial Numbers 5049, 5073, 5133, 5162

Where was it sold?

Nationwide Distribution including TX, IL, and GA.

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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