Recall Z-0704-2025

Reason for recall

Due to manufacturing issue of insufficient sealing of X-ray tubes and can result in a potential oil leak and loss of fluoroscopic imaging capability.

FDA-determined cause: Process control

Action taken

On 11/21/2024, the firm sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" Letter informing customers that GE HealthCare has become aware that recently manufactured OEC Elite and OEC 3D mobile C-arms, as well as recently replaced X-ray tubes on certain OEC Elite, OEC 3D and OEC 9900/OEC 9800 mobile C-arms potentially have insufficient sealing that can result in an oil leak. This issue could result in loss of fluoroscopic imaging capability. Customers are instructed to: 1.Continue to use their OEC Elite, OEC 3D, OEC 9900 and/or OEC9800 mobile C-arm. 2.If oil is found leaking from the X-ray tube on their OEC Elite, OEC 3D, OEC9900 and/or OEC 9800 mobile C-arm, contact the local GE HealthCareService representative. 3.Ensure all potential users in their facility are made aware of this safety notification and the recommended actions. 4.Please complete and return the attached acknowledgement form torecall.15150@gehealthcare.com. GE HealthCare will correct all affected products at no cost to you. A GE HealthCare representative will contact you to plan and schedule for the inspection and correction if needed. for any questions or concerns regarding this notification, please contact GE HealthCare Service at 1-800-437-1171 or your local Service Representative.