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WarningRecall #Z-1814-2026Medical Device

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Recalls ARTIS Pheno VE30A and VE40A, Model 10849000

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc · Class II — Moderate Risk

Hospital operating room medical equipment — representative photo for FDA medical device recall
A hospital operating room with medical equipment (representative file photo). Specific recalled device: see recall details below. Photo: FDA / Public Domain.

Product Description

ARTIS Pheno VE30A and VE40A, Model 10849000

Reason for Recall

During 3D acquisitions, lighter and darker patient images may be captured, which may result in less accurate 3D reconstruction. The variation of brightness is a result of a constant unregulated medium dose and the angular change of patient diameter caused by rotational acquisition. This may result in unintentional low-dose radiation exposure to a patient.

FDA Classification

Class II — Moderate Risk

A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

Distribution

U.S. and O.U.S.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using this product. Contact the recalling firm for further instructions regarding this product.

411 Press Analysis

The FDA classified this recall as Class II, indicating the medical device may cause temporary health problems or poses a slight threat of a serious nature. Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc initiated the recall on March 12, 2026 affecting 73. During 3D acquisitions, lighter and darker patient images may be captured, which may result in less accurate 3D reconstruction. The product was distributed in U.S. and O.U.S. Consumers should check their purchases and discontinue use of any affected product. Contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc for further instructions.

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