MAQUET Inc. Accessory Head Rest for Alphastar Operating Tables Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Accessory Head Rest for Alphastar Operating Tables
Brand
MAQUET Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
USA Part Number 1130.67F0, No serial numbers
Products Sold
USA Part Number 1130.67F0, No serial numbers
MAQUET Inc. is recalling Accessory Head Rest for Alphastar Operating Tables due to During installation or cleaning there is a risk of crushing the finger by handling the head rest in the area of the gas strut while simultaneously act. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
During installation or cleaning there is a risk of crushing the finger by handling the head rest in the area of the gas strut while simultaneously actuating the release lever.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Urgent Device Correction letters were sent beginning September 26, 2008 via Fed Ex. Letters identified the potential for finger crush in conjunction with the head rest. Proper operating instructions are provided as well as a warning sticker to be applied to the head rest indicating proper positioning. All letters included a customer response form to be completed by each institution. Information requested is: that device correction letter has been read and instructions followed; that the corrected operating instructions have been received; that the warning sticker has been properly placed on the headrest, or that they do not have the head rest identified in the device correction letter. Questions should be addressed to USA Maquet Inc at 1-888-627-8383 #1.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026