Philips recalls EasyDiagnost Eleva DRF Release 5 digital radiography systems that may fail and fall from ceiling mounts, posing a fall hazard. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Potential for units suspended on the ceiling to fail and fall.
Philips is recalling EasyDiagnost Eleva DRF Release 5 digital radiography systems that may fail and fall from ceiling mounts. This could cause injury if the unit falls on people or objects below.
The device is designed to be suspended on ceilings for medical imaging. If the mounting fails, the unit could fall and cause injury to people or objects below.
Healthcare facilities using the EasyDiagnost Eleva DRF Release 5 for medical imaging are most at risk. The affected units are typically installed in hospitals or clinics.
Check for the model number 706050 and serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The units were sold with specific serial numbers starting with SN150000 and SN160000.
Look for the serial number on the device label, which starts with SN150000 or SN160000.
If you have the affected serial number, contact Philips directly for instructions on how to address the issue.
The recall is due to potential failure of the ceiling-mounted unit, which could cause it to fall and pose a fall hazard.
Check the serial number on the device. If it matches the affected numbers listed, contact Philips for instructions.
Yes, if the unit falls, it could cause injury to people or objects below. The recall is for safety.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0279-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0279-2024 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.
