Philips Healthcare Inc.

Philips Healthcare Inc.: 36 FDA recall reports

Every medical device recall the FDA has published for Philips Healthcare Inc.. The fault, and how the agency graded it.

36Reports
0Class I
0Ongoing
2017-04-12Most recent

What the classes mean

The FDA sorts every recall into one of three classes. The class is the whole story. It is also the part people skip.

ClassWhat the FDA is saying
Class IThere is a reasonable probability that using this will cause serious harm or death.
Class IIIt may cause temporary or reversible harm. Serious harm is unlikely.
Class IIIIt breaks a rule but is unlikely to hurt anyone. Often a labelling fault.

Class II is the bulk of every list here. That matters. A long list of Class II says something different from one Class I.

By class

ClassReports
Class II36

By year reported

YearReports
201218
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The reports

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Mobile Diagnostic X-Ray System with Digital Panel

Z-1706-2017  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-04-12  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
When the operator moves an image to another view then the electronic marker might be placed at the wrong anatomical position in the resulting image.
Product
Mobile Diagnostic X-Ray System with Digital Panel
Where it went
Nationwide (AR, AZ, CA, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, MN, NC, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VT, WI)
How much
220 systems

Philips IntellVue Info Center iX 866023; PIIC iX Upgrade 866024; IntellVue Server iX Upgrade 866026; PIIC Clas

Z-1783-2014  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2014-06-18  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
If a customer creates customized trend scales in the trend review tile and the iX or primary server reboots for any reason, the iX(s) will enter a reboot loop. If one iX reboots, the issue will impact only those patients monitored on that device. If the primary server reboots, all patients across all iX devices will be impacted.
Product
Philips IntellVue Info Center iX 866023; PIIC iX Upgrade 866024; IntellVue Server iX Upgrade 866026; PIIC Classic Upgrade 866117 Patient Physiological Monitor.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and country of: Canada.
How much
899

Philips Easy Upgrade DR, Code No: 712086 This system is used for making X-Ray exposures for diagnostics.

Z-2059-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-09-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The mirror icon on the bottom of each image could be misinterpreted as a RIGHT lead marker for side indication if the image is mirrored within a PACS system.
Product
Philips Easy Upgrade DR, Code No: 712086 This system is used for making X-Ray exposures for diagnostics.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including the states of AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, MO, MS, NC, NH, NY, PA and TX., and the countries of Canada, Australia, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom.
How much
89

Philips Healthcare MobileDiagnostwDR system. Mobile Digital radiography X-Ray System Product Usage: Mobil

Z-1964-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-08-28  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The Instructions for Use (IFU) for the MobileDiagnost wDR fails to comply with a Federal standard. The IFU does not provide tolerance levels for several generator values as required by 1020.30(h)(3).
Product
Philips Healthcare MobileDiagnostwDR system. Mobile Digital radiography X-Ray System Product Usage: MobileDiagnost wDR is a mobile digital radiography X-Ray System. It is intended for use by a qualified/trained doctor or technologist on both adult and pediatric patients for taking diagnostic radiographic exposures of the skull, spinal column, chest, abdomen, extremities, and other body parts. Applications can be performed with patient sitting, standing, or lying in the prone or supine positions. Not intended for mammography.
Where it went
US Nationwide Distribution including Puerto Rico
How much
240 systems US -- 1 system within Puerto Rico

Philips HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator, Model numbers M3535A, M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M2

Z-1797-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-07-31  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The MRx may deliver a non-synchronized cardioversion shock resulting in the delivery of incorrect therapy, which may induce ventricular fibrillation.
Product
Philips HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator, Model numbers M3535A, M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M2, M3536M4, M3536M5, M3536M6 The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and countries of: AFGHANISTAN ALBANIA ARGENTINA ARUBA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA AZERBAIJAN BAHRAIN BANGLADESH BELGIUM BOLIVIA BOSNIA AND HERZEGOWINA BRAZIL BRUNEI DARUSSALAM BULGARIA CAMBODIA CHILE CHINA COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CROATIA (local name: Hrvatska) CYPRUS CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK ECUADOR EGYPT EL SALVADOR ESTONIA ETHIOPIA FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GREECE GUADELOUPE HONG KONG ICELAND INDIA INDONESIA IRAQ IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAPAN JORDAN KAZAKHSTAN KENYA KOREA, REPUBLIC OF KUWAIT LAOS LATVIA LEBANON LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA LITHUANIA LUXEMBOURG MACAU MACEDONIA MALAYSIA MALTA MEXICO MONGOLIA MOROCCO NAMIBIA NEPAL NETHERLANDS NETHERLANDS ANTILLES NEW CALEDONIA NEW ZEALAND NICARAGUA NIGERIA NORWAY OMAN PAKISTAN PALESTINE PANAMA PAPUA NEW GUINEA PARAGUAY PERU PHILIPPINES POLAND PORTUGAL PUERTO RICO QATAR REUNION ROMANIA RUSSIAN FEDERATION SAUDI ARABIA SERBIA SINGAPORE SLOVENIA SOUTH AFRICA SPAIN SRI LANKA SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF THAILAND TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO TUNISIA TURKEY UGANDA UKRAINE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED KINGDOM UZBEKISTAN VENEZUELA VIET NAM and YEMEN.
How much
66,150 units

Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00.05 Part Number: 9

Z-1780-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-07-31  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point may experience unexpected signal loss of several minutes impacting wireless connectivity
Product
Radiohead Access Point 1.4 GHz Radiohead Access Point Firmware versions: C.00.04 & C.00.05 Part Number: 989803171211 Product Usage: IntelliVue Smart-hopping 1.4 GHz Access Point provides wireless connectivity between IntelliVue devices (listed below) and the Philips IntelliVue Information Center. MX40 Indicated for use by health care professionals whenever there is a need for monitoring the physiological parameters of patients. Intended for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameters of adults and pediatrics in hospital environments and during transport inside hospitals. The MX4O is to be used primarily as a traditional telemetry medical device. It connects to the IntelliVue Information Center by way of a wireless network.
Where it went
USA Nationwide Distribution
How much
20105 units

Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035, 704060, 704062 Thi

Z-1450-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-06-26  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
An inspection of IATD (Installation Acceptance Test Document)IA SID (Source Image Distance) records shows table height measurements out of specification with the consequence of potential system mis-alignment
Product
Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035, 704060, 704062 This system is used for making x-ray exposures for diagnostics
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Canada.
How much
116 units

Philips Diagnost Stationary Radiographic System Models: 712020, 712022, 712050, 712052, 712055, 712057, 712

Z-1447-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-06-26  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Installation Acceptance Test Document (IATD) non compliant with regulations IATDs (Installation Acceptance Test could not be located or different templates have been used
Product
Philips Diagnost Stationary Radiographic System Models: 712020, 712022, 712050, 712052, 712055, 712057, 712062 Product Usage: Universal RAD Applications
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the country of Canada
How much
177 units

Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic, a Diagnostic X-ray system. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035,

Z-1449-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-06-26  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
An inspection shows several IATDs (Installation Acceptance Test could not be located or different templates have been used
Product
Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic, a Diagnostic X-ray system. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035, 704060, 704062 This system is used for making x-ray exposures for diagnostics.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the country of Canada.
How much
66 units

Philips Diagnost Stationary Radiographic System Models: 712020, 712022, 712050, 712052, 712055, 712057, 712

Z-1448-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-06-26  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Installation Acceptance Test Document (IATD) non compliant with regulations. Records shows table height measurements out of specification with the consequence of potential system mis-alignment.
Product
Philips Diagnost Stationary Radiographic System Models: 712020, 712022, 712050, 712052, 712055, 712057, 712062 Product Usage: Universal RAD Applications
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the country of Canada
How much
101 units

HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defribillator; Product Codes: M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M2, M3536M4, M3536

Z-1189-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-05-08  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Device may fail to deliver defibrillation therapy in either Manual Defib or AED mode.
Product
HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defribillator; Product Codes: M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M2, M3536M4, M3536M5, M3536M6. The HeartStart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation.
Where it went
Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and countries of: Afghanistan, Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegowina, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Canada, Cambodia, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Republic Of, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Nepal, Netherlands (Antilles), New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Nigera, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto, Rico, Qatar, Reunion, Romania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, SRI Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan (Province of China), Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan,...
How much
64972

Philips Healthcare Computed Tomography X-Ray System. These devices are whole-body computed tomography (CT)

Z-1003-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-04-24  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Philips Healthcare discovered the customer was performing CTDI measurements for facility accreditation and received results that were 15 to 25% higher than Philips protocol parameters stated.
Product
Philips Healthcare Computed Tomography X-Ray System. These devices are whole-body computed tomography (CT) x-ray systems or sub-systems, each with a continuously rotating x-ray tube and multi-row detectors enclosed by a gantry. X-ray transmission data acquired and taken at different angles can be reconstructed into cross-sectional images. Each device also includes signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution including USA (nationwide)
How much
2089 US 4036 ROW

Philips Digital Diagnost Stationary radiographic system

Z-0900-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-03-13  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
When the operator for a wall stand view selects an "image rotation" different from default, or such image rotation is preset in the examination database, then the resulting image may be rotated in the wrong direction. When the operator manually rotates the image back, electronic side markers (if programmed) are rotated also and as a result may be placed in a wrong position inside the image.
Product
Philips Digital Diagnost Stationary radiographic system
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Chile, Czech republic, Estonia,France, Germany, Hungary, Inida, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Libyan Arab Jamahari, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway , Oman, Panama, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Reunion, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea,Spain, Sweden, Swizerland, Thailand, UAE, and the UK.
How much
360

Philips DigitalDiagnost X-Ray System with Eleva Software 2.1.3 Model numbers 712020, 712022, and 712082

Z-0884-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-03-06  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
When the operator for a wall stand view selects an "image rotation" different from default, or such image rotation is preset in the examination database, then the resulting image may be rotated in the wrong direction. When the operator manually rotates the image back, electronic side markers (if programmed) are rotated also and as a result may be placed in a wrong position inside the image.
Product
Philips DigitalDiagnost X-Ray System with Eleva Software 2.1.3 Model numbers 712020, 712022, and 712082 Product Usage: Digital radiographic system
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and the Foreign countries of: Austria, Canada, Belgium, China,Denmark, France, germany, Italy, Netherlands,New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Portugual, SOuth Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, and UK.
How much
551

Philips HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor Model number: 861290 The HeartStart XL+ is intended for use

Z-0871-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-02-27  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Philips HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor may become locked out of clinical use
Product
Philips HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor Model number: 861290 The HeartStart XL+ is intended for use in a hospital setting by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced life support or defibrillation
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to ALGERIA, ANGOLA, AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BAHRAIN, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, CROATIA (LOCAL NAME HYVATSKA), CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, EGYPT, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GABON, GERMANY, HONG KONG, HUNGARY, ICELAND, INDIA, INDONESIA, IRAN (ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF), IRAQ, IRELAND, ISRAEL, ITALY, JORDAN, KENYA, REPUBLIC OF KOREA, KUWAIT, LATVIA, LEBANON, LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA, LITHUANIA, MALAYSIA, MALTA, MAURITIUS, MOROCCO, NAMIBIA, NETHERLANDS, NEW ZEALAND, NORWAY, OMAN, PALESTINE, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SAUDI ARABIA, SINGAPORE, SLOVAKIA (SLOVAK REPUBLIC), SLOVENIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, SRI LANKA, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, SYRIAN ARAB REPUBLIC, TANZANIA, THAILAND, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, TUNISIA, TURKEY, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, UNITED KINGDOM, AND VIET NAM.
How much
3785 units

Philips Healthcare SureSigns VS2+ Model 863278 SureSigns VS2+ NBP and SpO2 Model 863279 SureSigns VS2+ NBP,

Z-0824-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-02-20  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
VS2+ screen may lock up and stop monitoring during patient use
Product
Philips Healthcare SureSigns VS2+ Model 863278 SureSigns VS2+ NBP and SpO2 Model 863279 SureSigns VS2+ NBP, SpO2 and Temperature Product Usage: The SureSigns VS2+ vital signs monitor is for monitoring, recording and alarming of multiple physiological parameters of adults, pediatrics, and neonates in healthcare environments. Additionally, the monitor is intended for use in transport situations within a healthcare facility.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of: AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BELGIUM,CANADA, CHILE, DENMARK, FRANCE GERMANY, ICELAND, INDIA, IRELAND,ISRAEL,ITALY, JORDAN, KENYA KUWAIT, LEBANON, MALAYSIA, NAMIBIA, NETHERLANDS, NEW ZEALAND NORWAY,PALESTINE, POLAND,PORTUGAL, SAUDI ARABIA, SINGAPORE SLOVENIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SOUTH KOREA,SPAIN,SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND THAILAND, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED KINGDOM
How much
3248 units

Phillips Easy Diagnost Eleva DRF. Model Number: 706034 Product Usage: Universal Fluoroscopic Applications

Z-0767-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-02-13  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The mirror icon on the bottom of each image could be misinterpreted as a RIGHT lead marker for side indication if the image is mirrored within a PACS system.
Product
Phillips Easy Diagnost Eleva DRF. Model Number: 706034 Product Usage: Universal Fluoroscopic Applications
Where it went
US Nationwide Distribution including the states of FL, CA, WA, AZ, NC, KY, DE, AZ and MO.
How much
14 units

Juno DRF , X-ray system, diagnostic, Fluoroscopic, general-purpose Model: 70920 Product Usage: Universal

Z-0702-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2013-02-06  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Values of fluoroscopy time, Air Kerma Rate and Cumulated Air Kerma may not be displayed "at the fluoroscopist's working position" as per 21 CFR 1003.21
Product
Juno DRF , X-ray system, diagnostic, Fluoroscopic, general-purpose Model: 70920 Product Usage: Universal R/F, general use
Where it went
US Nationwide Distribution including the states of AL, CA, CO, CT, IL, MD, MI, MO, NY, OH, PA
How much
16 units

Philips IntelliVue Information Center/Client and Philips IntelliVue Information Center iX The intended use

Z-0495-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-12-19  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Internal audio cable may have diminished retention force due to damaged contacts, which could lead to intermittent or loss of audible alarms.
Product
Philips IntelliVue Information Center/Client and Philips IntelliVue Information Center iX The intended use of the Information Center Software is to display physiologic waves, parameters, and trends, format data for strip chart recordings and printed reports, and provide the secondary annunciation of alarms from other networked medical devices at a centralized location. The Information Center Software provides for the retrospective review of alarms, physiologic waves and parameters from its database. An additional intended use of the Information Center Software is to provide primary annunciation of alarms and configuration and control access for networked telemetry monitors.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Canada.
How much
3165

Philips Digital Diagnost Software Version R2.0.2 Product Usage: This system is used for making X-ray expos

Z-0475-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-12-12  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
With Digital Diagnost R2.0.2 a mirrored "R in a circle" is burnt into the image (if mirrored) in the lower right corner of the image. When such an image is mirrored back inside the PACS system, an unmirrored "R in a circle" appears in the lower left corner. This can be mistaken for a "Right patient side" marker, although this can appear on the left patient side.
Product
Philips Digital Diagnost Software Version R2.0.2 Product Usage: This system is used for making X-ray exposures for diagnostics
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Libya, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, UAE and UK.
How much
623 units

Philips Digital Diagnost with patient carriage Model: 712050 with serial number range from 00 000 00 to 09 0

Z-2494-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-10-10  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Hook does not securely hold the footplate in vertical position, causing the footplate to disengage and may fall on patient or operator
Product
Philips Digital Diagnost with patient carriage Model: 712050 with serial number range from 00 000 00 to 09 000 543. Product Usage: Stationary radiographic System
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of :Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, , France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan. Thailand, Turkey,United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom.
How much
536 units

Philips HeartStart XL M4735A Defibrillator/Monitors, used with the M3516A batteries The Heart Start XL Def

Z-0011-2013  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-10-10  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
HeartStart XL Defibrillator/Monitor (M4735A) used on a patient when AC power is not in use, with a battery that may fail, the device may shut down unexpectedly without providing the user with a low battery warning message or audible tone.
Product
Philips HeartStart XL M4735A Defibrillator/Monitors, used with the M3516A batteries The Heart Start XL Defibrillator/Monitor is a fully featured, defibrillator intended for use by qualified medical personnel, trained in either Advanced Cardiac Life Support or in the operation of the device, in a hospital environment.
Where it went
Worldwide distribution: USA (Nationwide) and countries of: AUSTRALIA, BANGLADESH, BELGIUM, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHINA, COLOMBIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY HONG KONG, HUNGARY, INDIA, INDONESIA, IRELAND, ISRAEL, ITALY JAPAN, JORDAN, KAZAKHSTAN, KENYA, KOREA, REPUBLIC OF KUWAIT LEBANON, MACAU, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NAMIBIA, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, OMAN, PERU, PHILIPPINES, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA RUSSIAN FEDERATION, SAUDI ARABIA, SINGAPORE, SLOVENIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA, THAILAND, TURKEY, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, UNITED KINGDOM, and VIET NAM.
How much
2500 units

Philips Digital Diagnost-Mobile Detector Holder for Digital Diagnost (Single Detector, Dual Detector, Release

Z-2465-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-10-03  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The Wireless Portable Detector (WPD) is not fixed securely inside the Mobile Detector Holder and may fall down
Product
Philips Digital Diagnost-Mobile Detector Holder for Digital Diagnost (Single Detector, Dual Detector, Release 3) System codes: 712020, 712022, 712025 This system is used for making X-ray exposures for diagnostics.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Austria, Canada, Chile, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary. Italy, Japan, Latvia, Netherlands, New Zealand. Oman, South Korea, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
How much
93 Units

Philips DigitalDiagnost Systems with M Cabinet Model: 712025 Stationary radiographic system, digital-Univ

Z-2384-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-09-26  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Creepage Distance between the two primary phases in the GEO Transformer is 4.5 mm.does not meet (IEC) International standard of 5.5 mm.
Product
Philips DigitalDiagnost Systems with M Cabinet Model: 712025 Stationary radiographic system, digital-Universal RAD Applications
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA including OH and WA and the country of Canada
How much
4 systems

Philips HeartStart MRx monitor/defibrillators Models: M3535A and M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M1, M3

Z-2347-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-09-19  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Therapy Cable Connection wear may lead to a malfunction in detection of defibrillation pads/paddles therapy Cables
Product
Philips HeartStart MRx monitor/defibrillators Models: M3535A and M3536A, M3536J, M3536M, M3536MC, M3536M1, M3536M2, M3536M3, M3536M4, M3536M5, M3536M6 The Heartstart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of : AFGHANISTAN ALBANIA ARGENTINA ARUBA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA AZERBAIJAN BAHRAIN BANGLADESH BELGIUM BOLIVIA BOSNIA AND HERZEGOWINA BRAZIL BRUNEI DARUSSALAM BULGARIA CAMBODIA CANADA CHILE CHINA COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CROATIA (local name: Hrvatska) CYPRUS CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK ECUADOR EGYPT EL SALVADOR ESTONIA ETHIOPIA FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GREECE GUADELOUPE HONG KONG ICELAND INDIA INDONESIA IRAQ IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAPAN JORDAN KENYA KOREA, REPUBLIC OF KUWAIT LAOS LATVIA LEBANON LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA LITHUANIA LUXEMBOURG MACAU MACEDONIA MALAYSIA MALTA MEXICO MOROCCO NAMIBIA NETHERLANDS NETHERLANDS ANTILLES NEW CALEDONIA NEW ZEALAND NICARAGUA NIGERIA NORWAY OMAN PAKISTAN PANAMA PAPUA NEW GUINEA PARAGUAY PERU PHILIPPINES POLAND PORTUGAL PUERTO RICO QATAR REUNION ROMANIA RUSSIAN FEDERATION SAUDI ARABIA SINGAPORE SLOVENIA SOUTH AFRICA SPAIN SRI LANKA SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN, PROVINCE OF CHINA TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF THAILAND TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO TUNISIA TURKEY UGANDA UKRAINE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED KINGDOM UZBEKISTAN ...
How much
58,701 units

Philips SureSigns VSi/VS2+ patient monitors Model Part Numbers VSi/ 863275, 863276, 863277, VS2+

Z-2303-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-09-05  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Philips SureSigns VSi/VS2+ patient monitors may not be properly secured and may fall from the wall mount
Product
Philips SureSigns VSi/VS2+ patient monitors Model Part Numbers VSi/ 863275, 863276, 863277, VS2+ 863278, 863279. The SureSigns VS2+ vital signs monitor is for monitoring, recording and alarming of multiple physiological parameters of adults, pediatrics, and neonates in healthcare environments. Additionally, the monitor is intended for use in transport situations within a healthcare facility. The SureSigns VSi vital signs monitor is for measurement of multiple physiological parameters of adults, pediatrics, and neonates in healthcare environments. Additionally, the monitor is intended for use in transport situations within a healthcare facility
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BAHRAIN, BELGIUM, DENMARK, EL SALVADOR, FRANCE, GERMANY, ICELAND, INDIA, IRELAND ISRAEL, ITALY, JORDAN, KENYA, LEBANON, MALAYSIA,NAMIBIA NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, POLAND, PORTUGAL, RWANDA SAUDI ARABIA, SLOVENIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, SWEDEN SWITZERLAND, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, and UNITED KINGDOM.
How much
2314 units

Philips Essenta DR, X-Ray System, Diagnostic, general-purpose Model: 712070. The Essenta DR is a multifunc

Z-2207-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-08-22  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Essenta DR C-Arm may fall
Product
Philips Essenta DR, X-Ray System, Diagnostic, general-purpose Model: 712070. The Essenta DR is a multifunctional stationary X-ray Intended Use From Labeling): system, in which the swivel arm rotation, the vertical movement of the swivel arm and the SID adjustment are motorized. It is designed for radiographic examination of the recumbent, standing or seated patient and also for lateral exposures. It enables the operator to quickly and safely move the unit to all the pre-programmed basic positions at the press of a button, using the autopositioning feature. Fine positioning of the tube/collimator and detector on the patient is easy to carry out using the command arm.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution-USA including the states of CA, NC, and TN and the countries of China, Germany, and Hungary.
How much
7 units

Philips Easy Diagnost Classic-Stationary x-ray system Catalog Numbers: 70642, 70643, 706030, 706031, 706032

Z-2208-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-08-22  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Inclination switch in the stand may have been mounted incorrectly, as a result, the switch could not stop the tilting movement of the table base due tol hardware or software errors.
Product
Philips Easy Diagnost Classic-Stationary x-ray system Catalog Numbers: 70642, 70643, 706030, 706031, 706032 Stationary x-ray system, Universal RF system for general use.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA including IN, MA, MI, MO, NC, NY PA, SC, and WI and to the countries of Canada, HongKong, New Zealand.
How much
12 units

Philips MultiDiagnost Eleva with Flat Detector (MD Eleva FD)Model: 708034 Product Usage: Philips X-ray Sy

Z-2156-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-08-15  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
When doing a 3 Dimensional Rotational Angiography (3DRA) the 3D reconstruction does not always start, even when all images have been acquired.
Product
Philips MultiDiagnost Eleva with Flat Detector (MD Eleva FD)Model: 708034 Product Usage: Philips X-ray System
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) including the states of CA, CT, MI, MN, MN, NC, NY, NY, VA and the countries of Belgium, Columbia, Czech Republic and Denmark. France Germany Italy Latvia Luxembourg Netherlands Russian Fed. Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand United Kingdom
How much
41 units

Philips HeartStart MRx M3536A Defibrillator/Monitor with Software R.03.03 The Heartstart MRx is for use for

Z-1986-2012  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2012-07-18  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Defibrillator/monitor cannot analyze an ECG report during acquisition of 12 lead ECG
Product
Philips HeartStart MRx M3536A Defibrillator/Monitor with Software R.03.03 The Heartstart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - USA including FL, IN, MA, M, NY, OH, TN, TX, and VA. Internationally to AUSTRALIA, HONG KONG, and INDIA
How much
35 units

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Read these counts with three things in mind

A firm with more recalls usually makes more products. A contract packer runs hundreds of lines. It will out-recall a company with one product whatever either does. This is not a safety ranking.

Most recalls here are voluntary. A firm found its own fault and pulled the stock. That is the system working. It lands in this database looking the same as a recall the FDA had to push for.

Terminated means the FDA considers the recall finished. It is not a verdict. It does not mean anyone was harmed.

Source: openFDA enforcement reports, retrieved 2026-08-05. FDA dataset last updated 2026-07-29.

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