Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems radiographic X-ray Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc Due to There is a potential issue and possible hazard...

Date: March 5, 2014
Company: Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc directly.

Affected Products

AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems radiographic X-ray

Quantity: 2

Why Was This Recalled?

There is a potential issue and possible hazard to patients when using the AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems. In rare cases, steel ropes inside the lift column of the system can be defective without triggering the safety lock, which can result in the U-arm dropping down unexpectedly during movement in vertical direction, potentially causing serious injury.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 2 states: MO, OH

Affected (2 states)Not affected

About Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report