510(k) · Cleared
Recalled · Class II · 2023MAGNETOM Spectra
Data to Oct 25, 2026 (FDA decisions) Oct 12, 2026 (recalls) Sep 30, 2026 (MAUDE) refreshed weekly
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · LNH System, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Cleared on Mar 31, 2016 as substantially equivalent to K121160 (Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., 2012) and 1 other predicate after a 125-day review. Its family tree reaches back 11 generations to 1997. 4 of the 35 devices in its family, counting itself, have a Class I recall. It has been recalled once.
- Decided
- Mar 31, 2016
- Review
- 125 days
- Class
- Class II
- Product code
- LNH
- Recalls
- 1
- Predicates
- 2
Its longest line of descent runs back 11 generations to K971684 (1997). 34 ancestors in all, the oldest K932271 (1994). No later device cites it as a predicate yet. 4 of the 35 devices in this family, counting this one, have a Class I recall.
- Root · 11 generations backK971684 Magnetom Project 047 System (Numaris 3.5 Software)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 1997 · Recalled
- 7 generations between
- 3 generations backK111242 Magnetom Aera and Magnetom SkyraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2011 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK121434 Software Syngo MR D13A for the Magnetom Systems…Siemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. · 2012 · Recalled (Class I)
- 1 generation backK141977 Magnetom Aera with Software Syngo MR E11A, Magnetom Skyra with…Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2014
- This deviceK153447 MAGNETOM SpectraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2016
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- Root · 11 generations backK971684 Magnetom Project 047 System (Numaris 3.5 Software)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 1997 · Recalled
- 10 generations backK032428 Magnetom Avanto MR SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2003 · Recalled
- 9 generations backK041112 Magnetom Espree SystemSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2004 · Recalled
- 8 generations backK052164 Magnetom Systems with Software Syngo MR 2006ASiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2005
- 7 generations backK062454 Magnetom Systems - I-Class and T-Class ReleasesSiemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. · 2006
- 6 generations backK072237 Magnetom VerioSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2007 · Recalled (Class I)
- 5 generations backK082427 Syngo MR B17Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2008
- 4 generations backK101347 Magnetom Aera; Magnetom SkyraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2010 · Recalled (Class I)
- 3 generations backK111242 Magnetom Aera and Magnetom SkyraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2011 · Recalled
- 2 generations backK121434 Software Syngo MR D13A for the Magnetom Systems…Siemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. · 2012 · Recalled (Class I)
- 1 generation backK141977 Magnetom Aera with Software Syngo MR E11A, Magnetom Skyra with…Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2014
- This deviceK153447 MAGNETOM SpectraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2016
Class I recalls in this family
View FIG. 1 as a table
Line of descent and top descendants
| Generation | Number | Device | Applicant | Decided | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| −11 | K971684 | Magnetom Project 047 System (Numaris 3.5 Software) | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 1997 | 4 |
| −10 | K032428 | Magnetom Avanto MR System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2003 | 4 |
| −9 | K041112 | Magnetom Espree System | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2004 | 4 |
| −8 | K052164 | Magnetom Systems with Software Syngo MR 2006A | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2005 | — |
| −7 | K062454 | Magnetom Systems - I-Class and T-Class Releases | Siemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. | 2006 | — |
| −6 | K072237 | Magnetom Verio | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2007 | Class I |
| −5 | K082427 | Syngo MR B17 | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2008 | — |
| −4 | K101347 | Magnetom Aera; Magnetom Skyra | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2010 | Class I |
| −3 | K111242 | Magnetom Aera and Magnetom Skyra | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2011 | 3 |
| −2 | K121434 | Software Syngo MR D13A for the Magnetom Systems Aera/Skyra/Avanto/Verio | Siemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. | 2012 | Class I |
| −1 | K141977 | Magnetom Aera with Software Syngo MR E11A, Magnetom Skyra with Software Syngo… | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2014 | — |
| 0 (this device) | K153447 | MAGNETOM Spectra | Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. | 2016 | — |
Other ancestors by year cleared
| Year cleared | Devices | With a Class I recall |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 3 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 1 |
Sources: FDA 510(k) database (decision fields), the FDA summary (predicates and indications), FDA recall and enforcement reports, and MAUDE; processed by 510(k) Report. Verify on FDA.gov · Methodology and accuracy.
4 devices in this family have a Class I recall. A 510(k) Report weighs predicate choices, recall history and review times for a new device like this one.
Top candidate predicates for a new LNH device
- #1 K213693 MAGNETOM Vida with syngo MR XA50Ascore 23.0 · 18 generations · no Class I recall
- #2 Held for the reportin the report
- #3 Held for the reportin the report
What was it cleared against? (2)
Devices the submitter claimed this one is substantially equivalent to (*), and reference devices cited for a specific test or feature (†), as written in the FDA summary.
| Type | Number | Device | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|
| * | K121160 | Magnetom SpectraSummary page 8…ufacturer code Siemens MAGNETOM Spectra with K121160 LNH, Shenzhen syngo MR D12 cleared July 16,… | 2012 |
| * | K141977 | Magnetom Aera with Software Syngo MR E11A, Magnetom Skyra with Software Syngo MR E11A…Summary page 6…MAGNETOM Spectra, is the latest software version for the Siemens MR MAGNETOM Spectra. It is modified based on the software version syngo MR E11A, which was cleared with K141977 on November 19, 2014. The software functionality and applications are based on syngo MR E11A except in technical instances where… | 2014 |
What descends from it?
No later submission names this one as a predicate yet.
Has anything in its family been recalled? (4 Class I)
Recalls of this device
| Date | Class | Recall | Root cause | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2023 | Class II | Z-2648-2023 | Process control | In some cases, when lubricating grease is present within the headband of the over-ear headphones, it may cause visible, dot- or lineshaped, fat-isointense artifacts during head examinations only. These potential artifacts depend on the… |
Relatives with a Class I recall
Class I is FDA’s most serious recall class. A recall in the family tree is context for this device, not evidence about it.
- K121160Magnetom SpectraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2012 · Direct predicate · ◆ in the 2012 ancestors bar of FIG. 11 Class I recall
- K121434Software Syngo MR D13A for the Magnetom Systems Aera/Skyra/Avanto/VerioSiemens Medi Cal Solutions, Inc. · 2012 · 2 generations back · ◆ on the line of descent in FIG. 12 Class I recalls
- K101347Magnetom Aera; Magnetom SkyraSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2010 · 2 generations back · ◆ on the line of descent in FIG. 12 Class I recalls
- K072237Magnetom VerioSiemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. · 2007 · 2 generations back · ◆ on the line of descent in FIG. 11 Class I recall
What does this lineage say?
- The line of descent spans 19 years and passes through 2 companies; a new generation was cleared every 1.1 years on median.
- 15 of the 34 ancestors have a recall of any class; 4 have a Class I recall.
How does its category compare?
All LNH devicesLNH System, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging: FDA decisions, review times, recalls and adverse event reports over 20 years. 2016, this device’s year, is highlighted.
FDA decisions per year · LNH
26in 2025
2026 to Oct 25, outlined.
Median 510(k) review, days · LNH
122in 2025
Receipt to decision; years with fewer than 3 clearances left blank.
Recalls per year · LNH
8in 2025
Class I (8 since 2007) Class II/III not classified
Adverse event reports per year · LNH
1,263in 2025
MAUDE reports naming product code LNH, not matched to any one device; reports are not rates.
View these four charts as a table
| Year | Decisions | Median 510(k) review, days | Recalls (Class I) | MAUDE reports |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 12 | 35 | 25 | 114 |
| 2008 | 19 | 53 | 12 | 167 |
| 2009 | 17 | 70 | 7 | 194 |
| 2010 | 12 | 94 | 17 | 165 |
| 2011 | 16 | 81 | 11 | 182 |
| 2012 | 22 | 89 | 5 | 170 |
| 2013 | 19 | 108 | 2 | 107 |
| 2014 | 17 | 108 | 13 | 119 |
| 2015 | 19 | 140 | 12 (2) | 113 |
| 2016 | 20 | 108 | 1 | 135 |
| 2017 | 18 | 98 | 0 | 121 |
| 2018 | 29 | 128 | 71 | 158 |
| 2019 | 26 | 62 | 5 | 158 |
| 2020 | 32 | 121 | 4 | 98 |
| 2021 | 27 | 87 | 41 | 84 |
| 2022 | 30 | 74 | 13 | 138 |
| 2023 | 30 | 124 | 10 (1) | 159 |
| 2024 | 26 | 104 | 4 | 281 |
| 2025 | 26 | 122 | 8 (5) | 1,263 |
| 2026 | 24 | 126 | 43 | — |
What is it indicated for?
The MAGNETOM Spectra is indicated for use as a magnetic resonance diagnostic device (MRDD) that produces transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross sectional images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra, and that displays the internal structure and/or function of the head, body, or extremities. Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. Depending on the region of interest, contrast agents may be used. These…
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The MAGNETOM Spectra is indicated for use as a magnetic resonance diagnostic device (MRDD) that produces transverse, sagittal, coronal and oblique cross sectional images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra, and that displays the internal structure and/or function of the head, body, or extremities.
Other physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra may also be produced. Depending on the region of interest, contrast agents may be used. These images and/or spectra and the physical parameters derived from the images and/or spectra, when interpreted by a trained physician, yield information that may assist in diagnosis.
The MAGNETOM systems may also be used for imaging during interventional procedures when performed with MR compatible devices such as in-room display and MR-Safe biopsy needles.
Indications for use read by OCR from a scanned FDA summary, so letters may be misread. Check the PDF before quoting it.
https://510kreport.com/device/K153447 · printed Nov 3, 2026
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510(k) Report. “K153447: MAGNETOM Spectra.” Lineage record from FDA 510(k) data and the FDA summary. Updated Nov 3, 2026. Accessed Nov 3, 2026. https://510kreport.com/device/K153447
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Record history
- FDA decision record loaded May 2, 2026
- Summary read Oct 13, 2026 (extraction version 9eaa42aa01ed)
- Lineage and recalls computed Nov 3, 2026
- Page last updated Nov 3, 2026