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Siemens MAGNETOM Connectom.X MRI Recalled Globally Over Ice Blockage in Vent System

Siemens Medical Solutions USA issued a global recall for the MAGNETOM Connectom.X MRI system, Model 11371480. One unit is affected. A potential ice blockage in the magnet venting system could cause a helium leak during a quench. Users should stop using the device and await manufacturer instructions.

Official notice

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
August 28, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 28, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Siemens Medical Solutions USA
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Siemens Medical Solutions USA
Product type
MRI Magnet/System
Model numbers
Model 11371480
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 28, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    October 8, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

There is a potential for an ice blockage to form or currently exist within the magnet venting system. In the event of a quench, helium gas may be unable to escape through the designed venting paths, leading to a pressure build-up within the helium containment system. This pressure build-up could ultimately rupture the helium containment system, potentially resulting in a helium leak into the scanning room.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

About This Product

The MAGNETOM Connectom.X is a high-field MRI system used in advanced clinical imaging and research settings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Ice blockage in the venting system could prevent helium from escaping during a quench, risking rupture of the containment and potential helium release.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

High-risk device recall with potential room contamination and safety concerns for patients and staff; replacement or repair timing will influence clinical operations.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify the model 11371480 and serial number 237551 on the device plaque.
  2. Verify recall status via FDA enforcement page linked in the notice.
  3. Check with the healthcare facility's biomedical engineering department for remediation steps.

Where to find product info

FDA enforcement page linked in the recall notice and facility recall communications.

What timeline to expect

Timeline provided by Siemens will guide refunds or replacements; no date specified in the data.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital administration or patient safety officer.
  • File a report with the FDA if the issue is not resolved promptly.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Confirm future MRI systems have enhanced venting redundancy.
  • Maintain inventory of contact channels for rapid recall responses.

Documentation advice

Keep copy of recall notice, serial number, and all communications with Siemens and hospital Biomedical Engineering.

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Product Details

Brand: Siemens Medical Solutions USA. Product: MAGNETOM Connectom.X MRI system. Model Number: 11371480. Serial Numbers: 237551. Distribution: Worldwide. Recall date: 2025-08-28. Status: ACTIVE.

Reported Incidents

No specific injuries or incidents are detailed in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • High hazard level

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETSPREGNANTPREGNANT
Injury Types
ELECTRICALELECTRICALOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Model 11371480
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
October 8, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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