CLASS II Device recall · Reported 6 Jun 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
nordicICE 3.14 Image processing recalled by NordicNeuroLab AS
NordicNeuroLab AS is recalling nordicICE 3.14 Image processing. The recall was initiated on 12 Sep 2014 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-2044-2018
- FDA event ID
- 78463
- Recalling firm
- NordicNeuroLab AS, Bergen, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 12 Sep 2014
- FDA classified
- 31 May 2018
- Reported
- 6 Jun 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Reason category
- Lead & Heavy Metals
- Device type
- Medical Software
Timeline
| 12 Sep 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 31 May 2018 | Classified by FDA | +1357 days |
| 6 Jun 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
An error was discovered in the interpretation of certain DICOM header tags that may lead to incorrect orientation labeling, and thus and indirect left-right, up-down or anterior-posterior flipping of images.
Lead and other heavy metals accumulate in the body. Children are most at risk; even low levels can affect development.
Product as listed by the FDA
nordicICE 2.3.14 Image processing software package used by trained professionals, including physicians and medical technicians.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Australia, Denmark, China, France, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, USA, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Russia, India, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, United Kingdom, and Slovenia.
Questions about this recall
Is nordicICE 3.14 Image processing recalled?
Yes. NordicNeuroLab AS recalled nordicICE 3.14 Image processing on 12 Sep 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-2044-2018.
Why was it recalled?
An error was discovered in the interpretation of certain DICOM header tags that may lead to incorrect orientation labeling, and thus and indirect left-right, up-down or anterior-posterior flipping of images.
Which lots are affected?
Version 2.3.14
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Australia, Denmark, China, France, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, USA, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Russia, India, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, United Kingdom, and Slovenia.
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.
More recalls from NordicNeuroLab AS
All 8| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | nordicBrainEX, software versions 2.21 through recalled | NordicNeuroLab AS | Device Malfunction | Nationwide |
| Device | CLASS II | fMRI Hardware System VisualSystem allows video signals from recalled | NordicNeuroLab AS | Other | N/A |
| Device | CLASS II | nordicICE v 3.14 nordicICE is an image processing recalled | NordicNeuroLab AS | Packaging Defects | Nationwide |
| Device | CLASS II | nordicBrainEx 0 provides analysis recalled by NordicNeuroLab AS | NordicNeuroLab AS | Lead & Heavy Metals | N/A |
| Device | CLASS II | fMRI Hardware System - AudioSystem recalled by NordicNeuroLab AS | NordicNeuroLab AS | Other | Nationwide |
Other Medical Software recalls
All 903| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | Philips Brilliance recalled by Philips North America | Philips North America | Device Malfunction | MA |
| Device | CLASS II | Philips IQon Spectral CT Product Codes recalled by Philips North America | Philips North America | Device Malfunction | MA |
| Device | CLASS II | Philips Ingenuity CT Product Codes recalled by Philips North America | Philips North America | Device Malfunction | MA |
| Device | CLASS II | Philips Brilliance CT 64: Brilliance CT 64 Channel Product recalled | Philips North America | Device Malfunction | MA |
| Device | ANNOUNCED | BMC Luna G3 APAP recalled by BMC MedicalBMC | BMC Medical | Device Malfunction | Nationwide |