Philips recalls VL13-5 transducers refurbished beyond their useful life. Affected models include specific serial numbers and UDI codes. Consumers should stop using these devices to avoid potential failure.
Ultrasound transducer devices were refurbished beyond their useful life.
Philips is recalling certain VL13-5 ultrasound transducers that were refurbished beyond their intended lifespan. This could lead to device failure, but the recall does not specify a risk of injury or harm to users.
These transducers were refurbished beyond their useful life, which means they may not function properly over time. This could result in device failure, but the recall does not indicate a risk of injury or harm to users.
Users of Philips VL13-5 transducers with the listed serial numbers or UDI codes are affected. Medical professionals who use these devices for ultrasound imaging are most at risk.
Check the serial number on the transducer or the UDI code on the packaging. Affected models include specific serial numbers like B1C23Z and UDI codes starting with (01)00884838061606(21).
Immediately stop using the transducer if it has the listed serial numbers or UDI codes to prevent potential failure.
The transducers were refurbished beyond their useful life, which could lead to device failure.
Models with serial numbers like B1C23Z and UDI codes starting with (01)00884838061606(21) are affected.
The recall does not specify a risk of injury or harm to users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2063-2025 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-2063-2025 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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