The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0405-2016·Announced 2015-12-23

Philips Brilliance 64 CT System Software Error Recall

Philips is recalling seven Brilliance 64 CT systems because software may set the scan length differently than planned.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically corresponds to a Moderate severity score (2) in the absence of reported injuries or hospitalizations, as the defect involves software parameters rather than a direct physical hazard like fire or shock.

Plain-English summary

Philips Electronics North America Corporation is recalling seven units of the Philips Healthcare Brilliance 64 Computed Tomography X-ray system. The recall is due to a software defect that can cause the Axial (2 axis) scan length to be set to a different length than the user specified in the plan during specific protocol steps.

The affected systems were distributed nationwide in the United States and in numerous countries worldwide, including Argentina, Australia, Austria, and many others. The specific distribution list includes 60+ countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.

Healthcare facilities using these systems should contact Philips for instructions on how to resolve the software issue. The recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating that use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Philips Healthcare Brilliance 64 Computed Tomography X-ray system
Affected units
7

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 (1)

  • 728231

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 4 recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation 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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