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Philips Allura CV20 Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray System products with a Laird chiller without an extended drip tray: Model Number: 722031

FDA Recall Z-0725-2022 · Posted None

Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeOWB
Date Initiated2021-11-24
Product Quantity1 unit

Reason for Recall

Due to a leak in the detector cooling system, cooling liquid may leak outside the drip tray of the chiller. If this occurs the liquid may drip onto electrical components in the R cabinet located in the technical room, which could lead to damage to the system and potentially cause thermal events such as a burning odor, smoke or fire.

Firm Action

Philips Issued Medical Device Correction letter dated 11/24/21 to U.S.A, Customers via certified mailing from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Letters outside of the U.S.A. will be distributed through the Philips Markets Organizations. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: Philips will inspect the affected systems for leaks and repair as required. In addition, Philips will install an extended drip tray to prevent damage from any future leaks. This service will be provided free of charge for affected systems. A Philips service representative will contact customers with affected devices to arrange for the service. If you need any further information or support concerning this issue, please contact your local Philips representative: 1-800-722-9377 (reference FCC 72200484).

Root Cause

Process control

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide Foreign: Argentina Austria Bangladesh Brazil Chile China Denmark Dominican Republic France Germany Greece India Indonesia Iran Israel Italy Japan Korea, Republic of Malaysia Mexico Netherlands Philippines Russian Federation Saudi Arabia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Kingdom Virgin Islands (U.S.)

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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