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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 31, 2018

Philips DigitalDiagnost software 4.1.x and 4.2.x, A Stationary X-ray System Models: 712027, 712028, 712029, 712031, 712032701032, 712033, 712224, 712225, 712226, 712227, 712228.

Stitching run on SkyPlate detector interrupted intermittently; Stitching with SkyPlate aborts after first image; System software CD contains wrong baseline

Recall #
Z-0239-2019
Affected scope
829 units
Initiated
September 19, 2018
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Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, Dmc recalled Philips DigitalDiagnost software 4.1.x and 4.2.x, A Stationary X-ray System Models: 7120… - a moderate-severity action.

Philips DigitalDiagnost software 4.1.x and 4.2.x, A Stationary X-ray System Models: 7120… was recalled by Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, Dmc in October 31, 2018. Reason: Stitching run on SkyPlate detector interrupted intermittently; Stitching with SkyPlate aborts after first im…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0239-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, Dmc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Stitching run on SkyPlate detector interrupted intermittently; Stitching with SkyPlate aborts after first im….

Moderate
severity level
829 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 31, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0239-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

Philips DigitalDiagnost software 4.1.x and 4.2.x, A Stationary X-ray System Models: 712027, 712028, 712029, 712031, 712032701032, 712033, 712224, 712225, 712226, 712227, 712228.

Reason for recall

Stitching run on SkyPlate detector interrupted intermittently; Stitching with SkyPlate aborts after first image; System software CD contains wrong baseline

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0239-2019
Date reported October 31, 2018
Date initiated September 19, 2018
Recalling firm Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, Dmc
Firm location Hamburg, N/A
Affected scope 829 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and countries of Canada Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Brazil Chile China Colombia Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Finland France French Guiana Germany Guadelo…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

829 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Philips DigitalDiagnost software 4.1.x and 4.2.x, A Stationary X-ray System Models: 712027, 712028, 712029, 712031, 712032701032, 712033, 712224, 712225, 712226, 712227, 712228.. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, Dmc. Units affected: 829 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Stitching run on SkyPlate detector interrupted intermittently; Stitching with SkyPlate aborts after first image; System software CD contains wrong baseline
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 31, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0239-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and countries of Canada Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belgium Bolivia Brazil Chile China Colombia Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Finland France French Guiana Germany Guadeloupe Hong Kong Hungary India Indonesia Iran Israel Italy Japan Jordan Korea, Republic of Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Luxembourg Maldives Martinique Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Panama Peru Poland Portugal Qatar Romania Russian Federation Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Arab Emirates United Kingdom.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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