The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0353-2016·Announced 2015-12-09

Philips Xper Cardio Systems Recalled for Ceiling Suspension Fall Risk

Philips Medical Systems is recalling 14 Allura Xper Cardio systems because the monitor ceiling suspension system may fall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in a medical device where a component may fall, posing a significant risk of injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Philips Medical Systems, Inc. is recalling 14 units of the Philips Healthcare Xper Cardio systems R7.6 (Model 722133). The recall is due to a defect in the monitor ceiling suspension system, which may fall.

The affected systems are intended for use in cardiovascular and vascular X-ray imaging applications, including diagnostics and interventional procedures. The recall covers units distributed worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and various countries in Europe, Asia, and South America.

Healthcare facilities should contact Philips Medical Systems for instructions on how to address the defect. Specific serial numbers for the affected units are 118, 206, 207, 208, 211, 214, 223, 226, 234, 244, 248, and 261.

The recalled product

Product
Philips Healthcare Xper cardio systems R7.6 Model : 722133 Product Usage: The Allura Xper series is intended for use in cardiovascular and vascular X-ray imaging applications including diagnostics, interventional procedures (such as PTCA, stent placement, embolization and t
Manufacturer
Philips Medical Systems, Inc.
Category
Medical Device — Imaging Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
14

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (12)

  • S/N: 118
  • 206
  • 207
  • 208
  • 211
  • 214
  • 223
  • 226
  • 234
  • 244
  • 248
  • 261

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 9 recalled by Philips Medical Systems, Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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