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CIOS ALPHA (Image-intensified fluoroscope x-ray system) Product Usage: The Cios Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc Due to Siemens found a defective part in their production...

Date: February 16, 2016
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

CIOS ALPHA (Image-intensified fluoroscope x-ray system) Product Usage: The Cios Alpha is a mobile X-ray system designed to provide X-ray imaging of the anatomical structures of patient during clinical applications. Clinical applications may include but are not limited to: interventional fluoroscopic, gastro-intestinal, endoscopic, urologic, pain management, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, cardiac, critical care and emergency room procedures. The patient population may include pediatric patients.

Quantity: 4 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Siemens found a defective part in their production line which could increase risk of an electrical shock for service personnel when working inside the device during system maintenance. The risk of an electrical shock is only present when a service technician ignores several steps listed in the service manual as precautionary actions during device maintenance.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 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