Advantx 1 SC Model 36006617 Angiographic X-ray System
FDA Recall Z-0900-04 · Posted 2004-07-20
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Recalling FirmGeneral Electric Med Systems
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeIZI
Date Initiated2004-03-24
Date Terminated2006-07-24
Reason for Recall
Unintended movements of both the C-arc and the image intensifier have occured due to shearing of the gear motor shaft as a result of the misalignment of the gearbox.
Firm Action
Field modification instructions were issued on 3/24/04 to GE field engineers who are to correct the devices at hospitals. No letter about the correction was sent to the hospitals.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
The units were distributed nationwide in the United States and worldwide.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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