| Type of Product |
Medical Device |
| TGA Recall Reference |
RC-2014-RN-00340-1 |
| Product Name/Description |
Symbia T and Symbia T2 Camera System (CT imaging system)
ARTG Number: 123883 |
| Recall Action Level |
Hospital |
| Recall Action Classification |
Class II |
| Recall Action Commencement Date |
17/03/2014 |
| Responsible Entity |
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| Reason/Issue |
In certain Symbia T and T2 camera systems, circuit boards may come loose inside the CT enclosure due to fatigue of mounting rivets and damage the system components. This may result in an internal error causing the CT gantry to be inoperable. |
| Recall Action |
Recall for Product Correction |
| Recall Action Instructions |
A service engineer will replace the component fasteners on all affected units. If the gantry emits a loud pounding sound when operated end users are advised to contact a service representative immediately. |
| Contact Information |
1800 310 300 - Siemens Technical Support Centre |