Achieva 3 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 30, 2025

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Philips North America recalls Achieva 3.0T; Model Numbers (REF): (1) 781177, (2) 781277, (3) 781278, (4) 781344, (5) 781345;

Recall number

Z-2200-2025

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Philips North America

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bosnia-Herz., Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, C¿te D'Ivoire, Croatia, C…

Why it was recalled

The potential for component failures in the Gradient Coil of the affected MR systems may act as a heat source with a potential to produce smoke and/or fire.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Achieva 3.0T; Model Numbers (REF): (1) 781177, (2) 781277, (3) 781278, (4) 781344, (5) 781345;