Siemens brand ACUSON S2000, Model 10434730, ABVS ultrasound systems; Affected sub-components Numbers: (1) 10434968, Boom Welding (for S/Ns 250157, 250162, 250163, 250164, 250166, 250167 and 250169); (2) 10434969, Arm Welding (for S/N's 250171, 250173, 250177); Product is manufactured and distributed by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., Concord, CA The S2000 Automated Breast Volume Scanner (ABVS) Ultrasound System for imaging the breast allows volumetric acquisition of the breast image. It provides the operator with the option of using a controlled user independent automated scan motion. The resulting 3D display information enables comprehensive image review by the medical professional. In particular, the coronal plane is scanned, which is not easily accessible with hand-held ultrasound transducers.
This recall has been terminated (originally issued May 6, 2011).
- Recall Initiated
- March 28, 2011
- Posted
- May 6, 2011
- Terminated
- May 6, 2011
- Recall Number
- Z-2150-2011
- Quantity
- 10
- Firm Location
- Mountain View, CA
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
The weld connecting the ABVS arm to the system base has the potential to fail, causing the arm to fall off of the unit.
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA, Portugal, Germany, Russia, Estonia, Brazil, France, and Saudi Arabia.
Lot / Code Info
Serial Numbers Affected: 250171, 250173, 250177, 250157, 250162, 250163, 250164, 250166, 250167 and 250169
Root Cause
Process change control
Action Taken
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. initiated the recall via phone calls and e-mail on March 28, 2011, to all affected customers, informing them of the affected product and providing instructions on the recall. Three units S/N 250171, 250173, and 250177 were to be removed and shipped back to Siemens. Siemens Service personnel were to be dispatched to the customer sites to perform validated stress test on units S/N 250157, 250162, 250163, 250164, 250166, 250167, and 250169 at customer sites. For questions regarding this recall call 650-694-5993.