The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2212-2025·Announced 2025-08-06

Philips MRI Machine Intera 3.0T Quasar Dual Recalled for Fire Risk

Philips is recalling its Intera 3.0T Quasar Dual MRI system due to a potential fire hazard from gradient coil failures. The recall affects one unit distributed worldwide.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II medical device recall involving potential fire hazard without reported injuries or illnesses. Per rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported = High (3).

Plain-English summary

Philips North America is recalling one unit of the Intera 3.0T Quasar Dual MRI system (Model Number REF: 781150). The potential for component failures in the Gradient Coil may act as a heat source with a potential to produce smoke and/or fire. This recall affects the specific unit with serial number 17123 and is distributed worldwide, including throughout the United States and numerous international countries. Consumers should stop using the device immediately and contact Philips North America for instructions on returning the product.

The recalled product

Product
Intera 3.0T Quasar Dual Model Number (REF): 781150;
Manufacturer
Philips North America
Hazard
  • fire
  • smoke
  • component-failure

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 (2)

  • Model Number (REF): 781150
  • UDI-DI: None Serial Numbers: 17123

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.