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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Philips MX 16-Slice CT Scanner System, a whole-body computed tomography X-ray system.

Reported: March 6, 2013 Initiated: December 19, 2012 #Z-0899-2013

Product Description

Philips MX 16-Slice CT Scanner System, a whole-body computed tomography X-ray system.

Reason for Recall

The four screws that secure the patient table top to the carrier became loose, which caused the table top to detach.

Details

Units Affected
412 Units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MI, MS, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, PR and VA.
Location
Cleveland, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Philips MX 16-Slice CT Scanner System, a whole-body computed tomography X-ray system.. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. Units affected: 412 Units.
Why was this product recalled?
The four screws that secure the patient table top to the carrier became loose, which caused the table top to detach.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 6, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0899-2013.