Philips recalls Intera 1.5T Omni/Stellar MRI systems (model 781104) due to risk of ceiling speakers falling and being pulled by magnetic fields. Affected units may need repair or replacement.
There is a potential for the ceiling speaker(s) to fall from their position and be pulled to the MR system by the magnetic field.
Philips is recalling certain Intera 1.5T MRI systems because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled toward the MRI machine by magnetic fields. This poses a risk of injury if the speakers fall into the MRI room.
The MRI machine's strong magnetic field can attract metal objects, including ceiling speakers. If these speakers fall, they could be pulled into the MRI room where they might cause injury to people nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips Intera 1.5T Omni/Stellar MRI systems with model number 781104 are most at risk. Patients and staff in these facilities could be affected if the speakers fall.
Check for Philips Intera 1.5T Omni/Stellar MRI systems with model number 781104. The recall applies to all systems sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for model number 781104 on the MRI system's label or documentation.
Reach out to Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for guidance on next steps.
The recall is due to a potential risk where ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled toward the MRI machine by its magnetic field.
The official recall notice does not specify a fix, but affected facilities should contact Philips for guidance.
Check if your Philips Intera 1.5T Omni/Stellar MRI system has model number 781104.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips Medical Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0877-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0877-2019 from Philips Medical Systems. 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.
