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FDA Device recall Z-1350-2016

SOMATOM Definition AS, a family of CT systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray tr…

On 2016-04-20 the FDA classified a Class II recall of SOMATOM Definition AS, a family of CT systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray tr… by Siemens Medical Solutions Usa, citing siemens became aware that the front cover on some Siemens CT system was not properly welded. It is possible for the welded-in threaded bolt to break out of the ground plate of the….

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-1350-2016
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2016-03-22
Published2016-04-20
Last updated2026-09-13 11:54 UTC
CompanySiemens Medical Solutions Usa
DistributionOH

Product

SOMATOM Definition AS, a family of CT systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission dta from either the same axial plane taken at different angles or spiral planes taken at different angles.

Reason

Siemens became aware that the front cover on some Siemens CT system was not properly welded. It is possible for the welded-in threaded bolt to break out of the ground plate of the front cover if the cover is opened during service. This could not happen during clinical operation. Therefore, there is no potential risk for the user or patient and the CT System has no risk for a malfunction during clinical operation

Identifiers

code_infoModel Number: SOMATOM Definition AS-8098027 Serial # SOMATOM Definition AS- 95766

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1350-2016%22

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