CLASS II Device recall · Reported 20 Jun 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
GE Healthcare Revolution XR/d recalled by General Electric Med Systems
General Electric Med Systems is recalling GE Healthcare Revolution XR/d; GE Healthcare, 3000 North Grandview , Waukesha, WI, 53188. The recall was initiated on 31 May 2006 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-1788-2012
- FDA event ID
- 37654
- Recalling firm
- General Electric Med Systems, Waukesha, WI
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 31 May 2006
- FDA classified
- 8 Jun 2012
- Reported
- 20 Jun 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Imaging Equipment
Timeline
| 31 May 2006 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 8 Jun 2012 | Classified by FDA | +2200 days |
| 20 Jun 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
An incident was reported that an operator's finger was pinched between the fixed roller and the gliding tabletop of a Proteus XR/a Table while moving the tabletop with the thumb placed over its edge and fingers underneath
Product as listed by the FDA
GE Healthcare Revolution XR/d; GE Healthcare, 3000 North Grandview , Waukesha, WI, 53188 Model numbers: 2259988-2 & 2351505. The Revolution XR/d Digital Radiographic Imaging System is indicated for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy. It is intended to replace radiographic film/screen system in all general-purpose diagnostic procedures. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
An incident was reported that an operator's finger was pinched between the fixed roller and the gliding tabletop of a Proteus XR/a Table while moving the tabletop with the thumb placed over its edge and fingers underneath
Which lots are affected?
all serial numbers
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution.
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
2 other products · FDA event 37654| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | GE Healthcare Definium 8000 Digital Radiographic Systems recalled | General Electric Med Systems | Other | WI | |
| CLASS II | GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System recalled | General Electric Med Systems | Other | WI |
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All 3| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System recalled | General Electric Med Systems | Other | WI |
| Device | CLASS II | GE Healthcare Definium 8000 Digital Radiographic Systems recalled | General Electric Med Systems | Other | WI |
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