Philips recalls specific MRI scanner models (MR 5300) due to potential fire risk from gradient coil component failures. Affected units include certain model numbers sold in China. No remedy is provided in the recall notice.
The potential for component failures in the Gradient Coil of the affected MR systems may act as a heat source with a potential to produce smoke and/or fire.
Philips is recalling specific MRI scanners (MR 5300) that could overheat and cause smoke or fire due to a gradient coil component failure. This risk is limited to certain model numbers sold in China.
The gradient coil component in the affected scanners may fail and act as a heat source, potentially producing smoke or fire. This could happen during normal operation without user intervention.
Owners of Philips MR 5300 MRI scanners with specific model numbers sold in China are affected. Medical facilities using these scanners are most at risk.
Check your scanner's model number against the listed numbers (e.g., 782110, 782135, 782152) and serial numbers (e.g., 63000-63699). The recall applies only to units sold in China.
Identify your scanner's model number from the list provided in the recall notice.
No, only specific model numbers sold in China are affected.
The recall notice does not provide a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your scanner is affected.
The recall notice does not specify how to avoid the risk, as no remedy is provided.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2213-2025 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-2213-2025 from Philips. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
