RecallDepth

CyberKnife Treatment Planning System, a subsystem of the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System radiation therapy device, manufactured by Accuray Inc., Sunnyvale, CA. Medical device indicated for treatment planning and image guided stereotactic radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy of lesions, tumors and conditions anywhere in the body where radiation treatment is indicated.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued January 10, 2011).

Company
Accuray Inc
Recall Initiated
July 6, 2010
Posted
January 10, 2011
Terminated
October 4, 2011
Recall Number
Z-0890-2011
Quantity
207 units
Firm Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

Latches responsible for securing the cover to the device may come lose if not properly secured and the cover may unexpectedly drop off. A design change is planned.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution: US including: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and WV, and countries including: Japan, China, Vietnam, Taiwan/China, South Korea, Hong Kong/China, Thailand and Malaysia.

Lot / Code Info

All products are affected.

Root Cause

Device Design

Action Taken

Accuray sent an "URGENT DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated July 6, 2010, to all customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken by customers. The customers were instructed to assure the LINAC cover is secure following reattachment and adhere to and follow the instructions included in the letter. Note: A new design is being developed, and will be distributed to user base once available. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this issue, please do not hesitate to contact Accuray Customer Support at +1-877-668-8667 (USA) or +1-408-716-4700 (non-USA) or customersupport@accuray.com.

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