GE Healthcare SIGNA Premier Whole-Body MR Scanner Recall - Class II

GE Healthcare issued a Class II medical device recall for SIGNA Premier whole-body MRI systems due to potential use of incorrect ferrous (steel) fittings instead of non-ferrous (brass) fittings on the magnet rear assembly during manufacturing or servicing. \n\nHealthcare facilities and imaging centers using these systems should immediately verify whether their equipment is affected, avoid performing service access while the magnet is energized, and contact GE Healthcare for inspection and corrective fitting replacement. The recall affects systems distributed across US states (CA, MA, NJ, NY, OH, SD, TX, VA, PR) and internationally (Sweden, Switzerland, UK).