Philips recalls Intera 1.5T Power/Pulsar MRI machines due to potential smoke or fire from Gradient Coil component failure. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Potential component failure in the Gradient Coil could product smoke and/or fire.
Philips is recalling certain Intera 1.5T Power/Pulsar MRI machines because a component in the Gradient Coil could fail and cause smoke or fire. This is a serious hazard that requires immediate action to prevent potential fire risks.
The Gradient Coil component in the MRI machine could fail and produce smoke or fire during operation. This poses a direct fire hazard in environments where the machine is used, potentially endangering people and equipment.
MRI machine users and healthcare facilities that own the recalled Intera 1.5T Power/Pulsar models. Medical staff and patients using these machines are at risk of fire or smoke exposure.
Check for the product number 781105 and serial number 8187 on the machine. The recall applies to specific models sold by Philips North America.
Immediately stop using the Intera 1.5T Power/Pulsar MRI machine if it has the product number 781105 and serial number 8187.
The affected models are Philips Intera 1.5T Power/Pulsar with product number 781105 and serial number 8187.
The recall does not mention a fix or remedy; the product must be stopped use immediately.
Check for product number 781105 and serial number 8187 on the machine.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0394-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0394-2024 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.
