(1) Over-ear headphones used with the MAGNETOM Amira MAGNETOM Free.Star MAGNETOM Sempra, MAGNETOM...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2648-2023 — Class II — September 1, 2023
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2648-2023 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | September 1, 2023 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc |
| Location | Malvern, PA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 3,470 units US; 13,265 worldwide |
Product Description
(1) Over-ear headphones used with the MAGNETOM Amira MAGNETOM Free.Star MAGNETOM Sempra, MAGNETOM Free.Max, MAGNETOM Mica MAGNETOM Spectra Siemens Model Number:11060845 Used with the following MAGNETOM MRI Systems: MAGENTOM Amira 10836777 & 10838610; MAGENTOM Free.Max 11408424 & 11408425; MAGNETOM Free.Star 11408426 & 11408427; MAGNETOM Mica 11292557; MAGNETOM Sempra 10840815 & 10840816; MAGNETOM Spectra 10655588 & 10837643; (2) Over Ear Headphones SMN: 11060845 used with the following MAGNETOM MRI systems: MAGENTOM Aera 10432914 MAGENTOM Altea 13344915 & 11410371 MAGNETOM Avanto 10849579 MAGNETOM Avanto Fit 11516216 MAGNETOM AvantoFit 10849578 MAGNETOM Cima.X 11647156 MAGNETOM Lumina 11344916 & 11516153 MAGNETOM Prisma 10849582 MAGNETOM PrismaFit 10849583 MAGNETOM Skyra 10432915 & 10849580 MAGNETOM Skrya Fit 11516217 MAGNETOM Sola 11291455 & 11410231 MAGNETOM Sola Fit 11410482 MAGNETOM Terra 10882764 MAGNETOM Terra.X 11371477 MAGNETOM Vida 11060815 & 11516152 MAGNETOM VidaFit 11410481
Reason for Recall
In some cases, when lubricating grease is present within the headband of the over-ear headphones, it may cause visible, dot- or lineshaped, fat-isointense artifacts during head examinations only. These potential artifacts depend on the position of the headband, the amount of lubricating grease, as well as the sequence parameters used
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide distribution.
Lot / Code Information
(1)Model/Material Number/UDI: MAGNETOM FREE.MAX 11408425 UDI: 04056869281742; MAGNETOM AMIRA 10836777 UDI: 04056869006819; MAGENTOM AMIRA 10838610 UDI: 04056869020488; MAGNETOM FREE.Max 11408424 UDI: 04056869281759; MAGNETOM Free.Star 11408426 UDI: 04056869281766; MAGNETOM Free.Star 11408427 UDI: 0405686981773; MAGNETOM Mica 11292557 NA; MAGNETOM Sempra 10840815 UDI: 04056869044521. Over Ear Headphones 11060845 (Serial Numbers 7981 to 32200Serial Numbers; 7981 to 32200 (2) Model UDI-DI MAGNETOM AERA 10432914 04056869006697 MAGNETOM ALTEA 11344915 04056869230719 11410371 04056869230726 MAGNETOM AVANTO FIT 11516216 04056869299266 MAGNETOM AVANTOFit 10849578 04056869006642 10849579 04056869006659 MAGENTOM CIMA.X 11647158 04056869975221¿ 11689304 04056869975245 MAGNETOM LUMINA 11344916 04056869230740 11516153 04056869260136 MAGENTOM PRISMA 10849582 04056869006727 MAGENTOM PRISMAFit 10849583 04056869006734 MAGNETOM SKYRA 10432915 04056869006703 MAGENTOM SKYRA 10849580 04056869006710 MAGENTOM SKYRA FIT 11516217 04056869299273 MAGNETOM SOLA 11291455 04056869164809 11410231 04056869217864 MAGNETOM SOLA FIT 11410482 04056869245195 MAGNETOM TERRA 10882764 04056869039190 MAGNETOM TERRA.X 11371477 04056869039190 MAGNETOM Viato.Mobile 11689652 04056869985558 MAGNETOM VIDA 11060815 04056869039176 11516152 04056869260143 MAGNETOM VIDAFit 11410481 04056869245188 Over Ear Headphones 11060845 (Serial Numbers 7981 to 32200
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.