Philips recalls Panorama 1.0T MRI systems with model 781350 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 Panorama 1.0T MRI systems (model 781350) because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field. This hazard could cause 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 someone nearby, causing injury.
Healthcare facilities using the Panorama 1.0T MRI system with model number 781350 are most at risk. Patients and staff near the system during operation could be affected.
Check for the model number 781350 on the Panorama 1.0T MRI system. The product was sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781350 on the MRI system.
The ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled by the magnetic field, potentially causing injury.
Check the model number 781350 on the system. If affected, contact Philips Medical Systems Nederlands for guidance.
The hazard could cause injury if the speaker falls and strikes someone, but the remedy is not specified in the recall notice.
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-0917-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0917-2019 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.
