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Z-0220-05

Precision 500D Radiographic/Fluoroscopic X-ray System, model numbers 2225849, 005853. The Precision 500D...

GE Healthcare / initiated 2004-12-30 / Terminated

General Electric Med Systems LLC began a recall of Precision 500D Radiographic/Fluoroscopic X-ray System, model numbers 2225849, 005853. The Precision 500D system consists of an X-ray generator; angulating... on . The reason FDA records is "Units have a defect in accordance with 21 CFR 1003.2 because an incorrect exposure can occur". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0220-05
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
GE Healthcare
Product
Precision 500D Radiographic/Fluoroscopic X-ray System, model numbers 2225849, 005853. The Precision 500D system consists of an X-ray generator; angulating table with X-ray Tube, collimator and image intensifier; wall stand; overhead tube suspension; operator console and digital archive system.
Product code
JAA System, X-Ray, Fluoroscopic, Image-Intensified
Reason for recall
Units have a defect in accordance with 21 CFR 1003.2 because an incorrect exposure can occur.
FDA root cause
Other
Action
An 'Urgent: Radiation Safety Notice' letter was issued to hospitals with affected systems describing potential hazards, the planned modification and recommended action to limit the hazard until the planned modification is installed. A GE field Service Representative will install the modification.
Quantity in commerce
921
Distribution
globally
Product codes and lots
all serial numbers