The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0462-2026·Announced 2025-11-19

CombiDiagnost systems recalled over ceiling carriages that resist vertical movement

Philips is recalling 17 CombiDiagnost R90 systems because some ceiling suspension telescopic carriages may be difficult to move vertically.

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: Scored 2 because the record describes extra force needed to move a component, without stating a health consequence or reported harm.

Plain-English summary

The Philips CombiDiagnost R90, model 709031, is being recalled.

Philips has identified that some ceiling suspension telescopic carriages manufactured from July 2024 through June 2025 may be difficult to move vertically, requiring additional force or physical exertion for manual movement, due to potential manufacturing issues.

The recall covers 17 units carrying UDI-DI 00884838101456, distributed worldwide including nationwide in the United States and to countries including Australia and Austria. The FDA has classified the action as Class II.

The enforcement record describes the additional force required without stating a health consequence, and reports no injuries. Sites operating an affected system should follow Philips' instructions.

The recalled product

Product
CombiDiagnost R90; Model Number: 709031;
Manufacturer
Philips Medical Systems DMC GmbH
Hazard
  • manufacturing-defect
  • restricted-movement
  • ceiling-suspension

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 (19)

  • Model Number: 709031
  • UDI-DI: 00884838101456
  • Serial Number: 100001385
  • 100001402
  • 100001409
  • 100001412
  • 100001415
  • 100001416
  • 100001417
  • 100001424
  • 100001426
  • 100001432
  • 100001449
  • 100001460
  • 100001464
  • 100001476
  • 100001480
  • 100001483
  • 100001488

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.