Philips recalls Ingenia Ambition X MRI machines with loose screws that could block tabletop movement, causing delays in diagnosis and patient anxiety. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Integrated Radio Frequency (IRF) Carrier assembly screws may come loose and protrude beyond the surface could cause the screws to interfere with other moving parts, potentially blocking the horizontal tabletop. May lead to delay in diagnosis and/or may include anxiety of a patient is left on the tabletop inside the bore for a longer duration than anticipated. movement.
Philips recalls Ingenia Ambition X MRI machines because screws in the radio frequency assembly might become loose and protrude, potentially blocking the tabletop movement. This could delay diagnoses and cause patients to stay on the table longer than expected, leading to anxiety.
Screws in the radio frequency carrier assembly can become loose and stick out, which might block the horizontal tabletop movement. This could cause delays in diagnosis and leave patients on the table longer than intended, causing anxiety.
Medical facilities using the Ingenia Ambition X MRI machines are affected. Patients undergoing scans may experience delays or increased anxiety if the machine malfunctions.
Check for serial numbers starting with 47558 to 47804 in the product description. The Ingenia Ambition X is used for diagnostic imaging of the head, body, or extremities.
Look for serial numbers listed in the range 47558 to 47804 on the device.
The integrated radio frequency carrier assembly screws may become loose and protrude, potentially blocking the tabletop movement and causing delays in diagnosis or patient anxiety.
Check if your device has a serial number in the range 47558 to 47804. If so, contact Philips for further instructions.
The recall does not mention a risk of serious injury; it focuses on potential delays in diagnosis and patient anxiety.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3198-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-3198-2024 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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