Recall Z-2662-2025— Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

Class I · Ongoing

Class I FDA medical device recall by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc, initiated 2025-08-28. It names 3 FDA 510(k) clearances: K250443, K232494, K220589. Product: MAGNETOM Skyra Fit BioMatrix. Model Number: 11516217.. Reason: There is a potential for an ice blockage to form or currently exist within the magnet venting system. In the event of a quench, helium gas may be unable to escape through the designed venting paths, leading to a pressure build-up within the helium containment system. This pressure build-up could ultimately rupture the helium containment system, potentially resulting in a helium leak into the scanning room..

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Classification
Class I
Status
Ongoing
Initiated
2025-08-28
Firm location
Malvern, PA, United States

510(k) clearances named in this recall

3 on FDA's record

K-numbers as listed on FDA's Recall Enterprise System record for this event (openFDA device/recall k_numbers). The recall may also cover devices cleared under other submissions not named here.

Product description

MAGNETOM Skyra Fit BioMatrix. Model Number: 11516217.

Reason for recall

There is a potential for an ice blockage to form or currently exist within the magnet venting system. In the event of a quench, helium gas may be unable to escape through the designed venting paths, leading to a pressure build-up within the helium containment system. This pressure build-up could ultimately rupture the helium containment system, potentially resulting in a helium leak into the scanning room.

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