GE MR Imaging Systems Recalled for Potential Caster Lock Failure

Summary

GE Medical Systems, LLC (GE HealthCare) has recalled approximately 4,699 MR Imaging Systems because the patient table caster locks may not have been properly inspected during routine maintenance. The recall affects a wide range of products including SIGNA, Discovery, and Optima models that received planned maintenance after March 1, 2023. If the locks were not checked and fail to function, the patient table could move unexpectedly during use. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date, but GE HealthCare is performing this voluntary recall to ensure all locks are functional.

Risk

A failure of the patient table caster locks can result in unintended movement of the table during patient transfers or while a procedure is underway. This movement poses a risk of physical injury to patients or clinical staff.

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