Philips recalls its MARLIN 1.5T MRI system (model 781474) 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 its MARLIN 1.5T MRI system (model 781474) because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field. This poses a risk of injury if the speaker falls and strikes someone.
The magnetic field in the MRI system can attract metal objects, including ceiling speakers. If the speaker falls, it could strike a person or cause injury.
Healthcare facilities using the Philips MARLIN 1.5T MRI system (model 781474) are most at risk. Patients and staff in MRI rooms could be affected if the speaker falls.
Check for the model number 781474 on the MARLIN 1.5T MRI system. This system was sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781474 on the MARLIN 1.5T MRI system.
The ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field, posing a risk of injury.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for guidance.
Yes, the potential for ceiling speakers to fall and be pulled by the magnetic field could cause injury.
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-0930-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0930-2019 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.
