Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc SOMATOM Emotion 16. Computed tomography X-ray system Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
SOMATOM Emotion 16. Computed tomography X-ray system
Brand
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Model Numbers: 10165888, 10165977, and 10046789.
Products Sold
Model Numbers: 10165888, 10165977, and 10046789.
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc is recalling SOMATOM Emotion 16. Computed tomography X-ray system due to Potential electrical shock hazard. The LCB power Switch (S1) could break causing the protective plastic cap to come off exposing the energized electri. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Potential electrical shock hazard. The LCB power Switch (S1) could break causing the protective plastic cap to come off exposing the energized electrical contacts within the switch. The LCB S1 does have an inline fuse which is designed to open in the event of a short circuit condition between the internal switch contacts.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
The firm issued and Safety Update in July 2008 informing users that the firm will have representatives visit each account to replace the cap per Update Instructions CT032/08/S.
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