Philips recalls SENSE XL TORSO COIL 1.5T 16-element coils for torso/abdomen MRI. Coils may overheat and cause burns during scans. Affected models include specific serial numbers and kit numbers.
Potential for coils to heat up and harm patients (burn).
Philips is recalling certain SENSE XL TORSO COIL 1.5T MRI coils that may overheat and cause burns during medical imaging. This recall affects specific model numbers and serial numbers listed in the official notice.
The coils may heat up during MRI scans due to improper design, potentially causing skin burns on the patient. This risk occurs when the coil is used with Philips MR Intera and Achieva systems.
Patients undergoing MRI scans with the recalled coils may be at risk of burns. The recall applies to specific model numbers and serial numbers used with Philips MR Intera and Achieva systems.
Check the model number on the coil (453567141882 or 453567141883) and the serial numbers listed in the official recall notice. The coils may also be included in kits with specific model numbers (989603014351 or 989603014352).
Identify the model number (453567141882 or 453567141883) on the coil to determine if it is affected.
Reach out to Philips customer service for assistance with the recall and to confirm if your coil is affected.
No, the recall does not require immediate discontinuation. However, patients should avoid using the affected coils during MRI scans until the recall is addressed.
Contact Philips customer service to determine if your specific model and serial numbers are affected. They will provide instructions on next steps.
Yes, the coils may overheat during MRI scans and cause burns on the patient's skin. This risk occurs when the coil is used with Philips MR Intera and Achieva systems.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2163-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-2163-2024 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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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.
