Philips recalls 7700 MRI systems with model number 782130 due to gradient coil component failures that could produce smoke or fire. Affected units include specific serial numbers listed 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 MRI systems with model number 782130 because a component in the gradient coil could overheat and cause smoke or fire. This risk applies to specific units with listed serial numbers.
The gradient coil component in the affected MRI systems may overheat and produce smoke or fire. This could happen during normal operation, potentially causing harm to people nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips MRI systems with model number 782130 and the listed serial numbers are affected. Patients and staff at these facilities are at risk if the system malfunctions.
Check if your MRI system has model number 782130 and the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The recall covers units sold with these identifiers.
Verify your MRI system's model number and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
The gradient coil component in the affected MRI systems may overheat and produce smoke or fire during normal use.
Check your system's model number and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice to see if it's affected.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2218-2025 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-2218-2025 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.
