Philips recalls Evolution Upgrade 3.0T MRI systems with model numbers 782117 and 782143 due to potential fire risk from gradient coil failures. Affected units may produce smoke or fire.
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 Evolution Upgrade 3.0T MRI systems with specific model numbers because the gradient coil could fail and cause smoke or fire. This poses a serious fire hazard that requires immediate action to prevent potential injury.
The gradient coil in the affected MRI systems may fail and act as a heat source, potentially producing smoke or fire. This could occur during normal operation, creating a fire hazard in environments where the equipment is used.
MRI system owners and healthcare facilities using these specific Philips Evolution Upgrade 3.0T models are affected. Patients and staff at facilities with these units face the highest risk due to the fire hazard.
Check for model numbers 782117 or 782143 on your Philips Evolution Upgrade 3.0T MRI system. Serial numbers listed in the recall include specific numbers starting with 42003 through 85714.
Immediately stop using the affected MRI system as it poses a fire risk.
Philips recalls these MRI systems because the gradient coil may fail and act as a heat source, potentially causing smoke or fire.
Model numbers 782117 and 782143 are affected by this recall.
Check for model numbers 782117 or 782143 on your system. Serial numbers listed in the recall include specific numbers starting with 42003 through 85714.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2203-2025 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-2203-2025 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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