Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2015-02-17
Date Terminated2017-05-31
Product Quantity13 units installed in US
Reason for Recall
When performing calibration, an alert message on the spectral filtration of the X-ray beam may be suppressed. Improper filtration of the X-ray Beam can then occur in exams set up with copper filtration.
Firm Action
Planned Action of EOS Imaging Inc.:
1. Install a new acquisition software version, which will prevent use of the system when improper filter positioning is detected.
2. A customer notification letter which includes a statement that EOS Imaging will without charge, remedy the defect or bring the product into compliance.
CDRH approves the CAP subject to the following
CDRH approves the CAP subject to the following conditions:
1. Provide documentation to show that all filter positioning subassemblies have been replaced, which you state was implemented to prevent improper filter positioning.
2. Notification of all dealers and purchasers is to be made within 15 working days of receipt of this letter in the manner specified in 21 CFR 1003.21 and 1003.22. This office and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) district office coordinator noted below are to be included in the notification.
3. EOS Imaging will implement this CAP by September 1, 2015.
For further questions call (678) 564-5400.
Root Cause
Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act
Distribution Pattern
US Distribution to the states of: CA, DE, PA, MN, FL, MO, OH, IN and IL.
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.