CLASS II Device recall · Reported 8 Aug 2012 · FDA Enforcement Report
Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus recalled
Maquet Medical Systems, U is recalling Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 13 Apr 2012 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-2108-2012
- FDA event ID
- 62590
- Recalling firm
- Maquet Medical Systems, U, Wayne, NJ
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 13 Apr 2012
- FDA classified
- 30 Jul 2012
- Reported
- 8 Aug 2012
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 13 Apr 2012 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 30 Jul 2012 | Classified by FDA | +108 days |
| 8 Aug 2012 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufactured between February 23, 2010 and February 28, 2012 and distributed between November 11, 2010 and April 6, 2012. There is a potential issue with the motor brakes for the longitudinal shift drive, and the tilt drive.
Product as listed by the FDA
Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16 The carbon-fibre MAGNUS table top (1180-16XX) serves to support and position patients for surgical procedures (e.g. cardiovascular surgery) and interventional examination immediately before, during and after the surgical phase. The table top is radiotranslucent and enables intraoperative use of X-ray equipment.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, China, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, and Thailand.
Questions about this recall
Is Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top recalled?
Yes. Maquet Medical Systems, U recalled Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top on 13 Apr 2012. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-2108-2012.
Why was it recalled?
As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufactured between February 23, 2010 and February 28, 2012 and distributed between November 11, 2010 and April 6, 2012. There is a potential issue with the motor brakes for the longitudinal shift drive, and the tilt drive.
Which lots are affected?
Model # 1180.16F2 Serial #s 1,3,7, & 8; Model # 1180.16F3 Serial # 1; Model #1180.16F5 Serial #4; Model # T285.7000 Serial #s 1,2,3,4, & 7.
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, China, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, and Thailand.
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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