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Varian Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA recalling firm · 19 enforcement events · 21 product records · 2012–2019 · CA, VA

Varian Medical Systems, Inc. has 19 FDA enforcement events on this register (21 product records) between 2012 and 2019: 19 device; the busiest year was 2013 with 4.

0% of its events are Class I; the most common class is Class II (19). 0 events are listed as ongoing; the recalling firm's address is in CA and VA.

Recall classification reflects the relative degree of health hazard. Event counts depend on a firm's size and product range; they are not a comparison of one firm with another.

Enforcement events

InitiatedProduct (first record)TypeClassRecordsStatus
12 Aug 2019Varian Multileaf Collimator [MLC]; Millenium Multileaf Collimator [52, 80, 120 leaf]; High Definition 120 Multileaf Collimator Model Number(s): product code: H54 and H56; MLC software version 8.5 - Product Usage: is intended to assist the clinician in the delivery of external beam radiation to defined target volumes…DeviceClass II1Terminated
26 Dec 2018Eclipse(TM) Treatment Planning System with Proton Convolution Superposition algorithm license only The Eclipse Treatment Planning System (Eclipse TPS) is used to plan radiotherapy treatments for patients with malignant or benign diseases. Eclipse TPS is used to plan external beam irradiation with photon, elec- tron…DeviceClass II1Terminated
2 Dec 2016Eclipse Treatment Planning System version 13.MR2 [13.06.31 with Smart Segmentation Knowledge Based Contouring version 2.3 [2.3.12] Radiology: The Eclipse Treatment Planning System (Eclipse TPS) is used to plan radiotherapy treatments for patients with malignant or benign diseases. Eclipse TPS is used to plan external…DeviceClass II1Terminated
13 Sep 2016Varian Head Frame - Model number HHF -ALL Head Frame Posts (PN1008016 ) and Post Kits (PN1008016). The Varian Head Frame System is for use with a computed tomography scanner to perform imaging for treatment planning and a charged particle accelerator to perform immobilization of the treatment target for stereotactic…DeviceClass II1Terminated
23 Jun 2016Optical Surface Monitoring System{OSMS, Varian Private Label} This is used on Varian's TrueBeam EDGE; Radiology: The AlignRT Plus system is indicated for use to position and monitor patients relative to the prescribed treatment isocentre, and to Withhold the beam automatically during radiation delivery.DeviceClass II2Terminated
11 Jan 2016Eclipse Treatment Planning System versions 11, 13.0, 13.5 and 13.6; Model number: H48; Product Usage: The Eclipse Treatment Planning System (Eclipse TPS) is used to plan radiotherapy treatments for patients with malignant or benign diseases. Eclipse TPS is used to plan external beam irradiation with photon, electron…DeviceClass II1Terminated
28 Sep 2015ARIA Radiation Oncology, versions 10, 11 , 13.0 and 13.5 with Clinical Assessment License. Model number HIT Product Usage: ARIA Radiation Oncology is a radiation treatment plan and image management application.DeviceClass II1Terminated
18 May 2015The VariSource iX series afterloader systems are computer controlled remote electro/mechanical systems used for medical purposes, for placing a cable incorporating an irradiated iridium seed internally or close by a malignant tumor or tumor bed in a practice known as brachytherapy.DeviceClass II1Terminated
18 May 2015Surface Applicator Set with Leipzig-style Cone. Brachytherapy applicator set.DeviceClass II1Terminated
18 Aug 20144D Integrated Treatment Console (4DITC), versions 10 and 11. 4DITC provided assistance for accurate treatment delivery by monitoring linear accelerator parameters and preventing the radiation therapy device from commencing irradiation when any parameter is out of conformance with the treatment plan.DeviceClass II1Terminated
17 Jun 2014C-Series High Energy Linear Accelerator - Models: Novalis Tx, Trilogy, Trilogy Tx, Clinac iX, Clinac 2100 C/D, Clinac 2300C/D, Clinac 21EX, Clinac 23EX with versions 7, 8, 9 and 6 MV configuration and maximum dose rate of at least 6000 MU/min only. Varian High Energy Linear Accelerator is intended to provide…DeviceClass II1Terminated
30 Apr 2014Varian On-Board Imager Advanced Imaging System. The On-Board Imager device is used for verification of correct patient position in relation to isocenter and verification of the treatment fields in relation to anatomical and/or fiducial land¿¿ marks.DeviceClass II1Terminated
20 Mar 2014On-Board Imager - Exact Arm Elbow Motor Shaft (kVD, kVS, and MV) with ''Type 01" elbow motors. Product Usage: The On-Board Imager device is an x-ray device used for evaluation of correct patient position in relation to isocenter and verification of treatment fields in relation to anatomical and fiducial landmarks.DeviceClass II1Terminated
18 Nov 2013Plan Parameters workspace within Eclipse Treatment Planning System Version 11 and 13; ARIA Radiation Oncology versions 11 and 13 Acuity, versions 11 and 13. Manufactured by Varian Medical Systems Palo Alto, CA. Used in radiation therapy simulation.DeviceClass II1Terminated
24 Oct 2013C-Series: Clinac, Trilogy, Trilogy Tx. , Novalis high energy linear accelerators and UNIQUE single energy linear accelerator; Versions 7, 8 and 9. The UNIQUE is not sold in the US. Product Usage: The Varian High Energy Linear Accelerator is indicated for stereotactic radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy for…DeviceClass II1Terminated
9 Aug 2013VARISOURCE Breast Template System for high-dose rate Brachytherapy. ***INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE*** Breast Bridge & Template System AL13011000 ***Manufacturer: Varian Medical Systems, Inc., 3100 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304 USADeviceClass II1Terminated
11 Apr 2013Segmented Cylinder Applicator Set, Model # GM11004150, when used for Pulsed Dose Rate (PDR) Product Usage: Usage: Used during pulsed dose rate brachytherapy to treat vaginal and rectal cancer.DeviceClass II1Terminated
28 Sep 2012Segmented Cervix Applicator Set, part number GM11004310, a component used with the tube for segments and cervical sleeves The guide tube for segments and cervical sleeves in the Segmented Cervix Applicator Set was developed to treat cancer of the cervix, vagina, endometrium, vaginal stump and uterus. It is used for…DeviceClass II1Terminated
12 Apr 2012Rectal Retractors, stainless steel, item # AL07289000, a component of Varian Medical Ring and Tandem Applicator Sets; Intended for use in Brachytherapy.DeviceClass II2Terminated

By type and class

Device19
Class II19

Class I: 0% of this firm's events; 18% of all events on the register.

Events by year

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Enforcement events for Varian Medical Systems, Inc. by year initiated.

Questions and answers

How many FDA recalls has Varian Medical Systems, Inc. had?

19 enforcement events (21 product records) on this register, 2012–2019: 19 device.

Are any Varian Medical Systems, Inc. recalls ongoing?

0 events are listed as ongoing in the current openFDA export.

What class are Varian Medical Systems, Inc. recalls?

19 Class II. 0% are Class I against 18% of all events on the register. Class reflects the relative degree of health hazard of the product, not the firm.

Where does this data come from?

openFDA food, drug and device enforcement reports (CC0), export dated 28 Sep 2026.

Provenance

Source: openFDA enforcement reports (CC0), export dated 28 Sep 2026. Firm names are grouped exactly as FDA spells them; the same company can appear under several spellings. Only organisations are shown. See the methodology.