Cios Alpha; The Cios Alpha is a mobile X-ray system designed to provide X-ray imaging of the anatomical structures of patient during clinical applications. Clinical applications may include but are not limited to: interventional fluoroscopic, gastro-intestinal, endoscopic, urologic, pain management, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, cardiac, critical care and emergency room procedures. The patient population may include pediatric patients
FDA Recall Z-1958-2015 · Posted 2015-07-02
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Recalling FirmSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeOWB
Date Initiated2015-05-05
Date Terminated2017-01-13
Product Quantity37
Reason for Recall
under certain circumstances the Cios Alpha system may freeze during a procedure.
Firm Action
Siemens sent an Safety Advisory Notice dated May 5 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. They were alerting them about the issue and risks involved. Customers were provided work-around instructions until a software fix is released. For further questions please call (610) 219-6300.
Root Cause
Software design
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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