Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- June 5, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- GE Medical Systems
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- GE Medical Systems
- Model numbers
- UDI-DI: 00840682122351 and 00840682123686, System IDs: 252847PP249, 281MSL2402, 291OPTI1, 312CCHSUPER7, 318487OPTIMA1, 360744OPT2402, 501686OPTI1 +12 more
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
June 5, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
July 22, 2026
RecallRadar source check
July 28, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
GE HealthCare has become aware that in certain Optima XR200/220/240amx systems that have had a column replacement completed, functional testing of the safety pawl may not have been performed to confirm proper assembly. If a failure of the internal counterpoise cable occurs, the Column Safety mechanism will not work, causing the arm with X-ray tube and collimator to drop downward on the column track. This could result in patient injury during an exam.
What You Should Do
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact GE Medical Systems, LLC or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter
Get instant alerts for GE Medical Systems recalls
Be the first to know. Free instant alerts to your inbox.
Full Description
Optima XR240amx, Mobile Digital Radiographic System. Reason: GE HealthCare has become aware that in certain Optima XR200/220/240amx systems that have had a column replacement completed, functional testing of the safety pawl may not have been performed to confirm proper assembly. If a failure of the internal counterpoise cable occurs, the Column Safety mechanism will not work, causing the arm with X-ray tube and collimator to drop downward on the column track. This could result in patient injury during an exam.. Classification: Class II. Quantity: 24 units. Distribution: Worldwide - US Nationwide and the countries of Brazil, Canada, Korea, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Spain, UK.
Browse More Recalls
Safety Guide
Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.
Read: How to Get Refunds and ReplacementsWant to Know First?
Get instant alerts for recalls that affect you. Free forever.