Philips recalls Prodiva CX MRI systems (model 781070) due to risk of ceiling speakers falling into the MRI machine's magnetic field. 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 Prodiva CX MRI systems (model 781070) because ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled into the MRI machine's magnetic field. This poses a risk of injury if the speakers move during scans.
The MRI machine's strong magnetic field can attract metal objects, including ceiling speakers. If these speakers fall, they could be pulled into the machine and cause injury to people nearby.
Medical facilities using Philips Prodiva CX MRI systems (model 781070) are affected. Staff and patients in MRI rooms are at risk if the speakers fall during scans.
Check for the model number 781070 on the Prodiva CX MRI system. This recall applies to all systems sold by Philips Medical Systems Nederlands.
Look for the model number 781070 on the Prodiva CX MRI system.
The ceiling speakers could fall and be pulled into the MRI machine's magnetic field, posing a risk of injury during scans.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or action steps for affected units.
The recall states there is a potential for injury if the speakers fall during scans, but no specific injury details are provided.
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-0870-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0870-2019 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.
