Maquet Medical Systems, Usa: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-2108-2012)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Maquet Getinge Group Operating Table System Magnus Carbon-Fibre Table Top Version 1180.16 The carbon-fibre MAGNUS table top (1180-16XX) serves to support and position patients for surgical procedures (e.g. cardiovascular surgery) and interventional examination immediately before, during and after the surgical phase. The table top is radiotranslucent and enables intraoperative use of X-ray equipment.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 13, 2012

Date Posted: August 8, 2012

Recall Number: Z-2108-2012

Event ID: 62590

Reason for Recall:

As a result of a small number of customer complaints, MAQUET conducted an investigation and identified a potential problem with specific MAGNUS Carbon-Fibre Table Tops manufactured between February 23, 2010 and February 28, 2012 and distributed between November 11, 2010 and April 6, 2012. There is a potential issue with the motor brakes for the longitudinal shift drive, and the tilt drive.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 164 Units located in 27 Countries

Code Information:

Model # 1180.16F2 Serial #s 1,3,7, & 8; Model # 1180.16F3 Serial # 1; Model #1180.16F5 Serial #4; Model # T285.7000 Serial #s 1,2,3,4, & 7.

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Switzerland, China, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, and Thailand.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated