Accuray CyberKnife System Medical Physicist, Robotic Radiosurgery System, Medical charged-particle radiation therapy system, Model: Iris Variable Aperture Collimator P/Ns 028986 and 031777. The CyberKnife System is indicated for radiation treatment.
FDA Recall Z-1126-2013 · Posted 2013-04-16
Recalling FirmAccuray Incorporated
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeIYE
Date Initiated2013-03-19
Date Terminated2013-10-23
Product Quantity176 units
Reason for Recall
A defect on the master-side connector block of the pneumatic tool changer could introduce a tilt in the collimator housings, resulting in a potential shift to the central axis of the radiation beam. The issue could pose significant clinical impact to plans created using the smallest collimators.
Firm Action
On 3/19/13, an "Urgent Device Correction Letter" was distributed to all affected users, with a description of the problem and user corrective action steps. US customers can contact 1-877- 668-8667 if questions.
Root Cause
Component design/selection
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution, including Nationwide in the US and the countries of Korea, Myanmar, Canada, Belgium, England, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, India, Italy, Poland, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Columbia, Mexico, Japan and Saudi Arabia.
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.