Micro-X product recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 28, 2025

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Micro-X Ltd. recalls Brand Name: Rover Product Name: Mobile X-ray System Model/Catalog Number: MXU-RV71 Product Description: Rover Mobile X-…

Recall number

Z-1578-2025

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Micro-X Ltd.

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, NJ, and Puerto Rico (US territory).

Why it was recalled

Potential for early life x-ray tube failure for mobile x-ray system due to excessive thermal load on the anode.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Brand Name: Rover Product Name: Mobile X-ray System Model/Catalog Number: MXU-RV71 Product Description: Rover Mobile X-rays System ("Rover") is a mobile imaging system that incorporates a self-contained X-ray generator, imaging display and software for acquiring medical diagnostic images outside a standard X-ray room. It is designed specifically for Digital Radiography (DR) with vendor-supported detectors. The Rover is designed to perform radiographic X-ray examinations for disease/injury detection, diagnosis, medical and surgical treatment planning, and therapy monitoring, where patient condition contraindicates transport to a fixed X-ray unit The Rover can be used on pediatric and adult patients, in all patient treatment areas Component: N/A