PlainRecalls
ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Devices recall · Reported March 9, 2016

SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.5T MR system

Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable temperature due to coupling to the QBC. The combined use of the Sense …

Recall #
Z-1024-2016
Affected scope
5672
Initiated
July 6, 2015
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with FDA Devices →
View my saved recalls

Philips Electronics North America Corporation recalled SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.… - a moderate-severity action.

SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.… was recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation in March 9, 2016. Reason: Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1024-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Electronics North America Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable ….

Moderate
severity level
6K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
March 9, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1024-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1024-2016) was formally reported on March 9, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 6, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips Electronics North America Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 5672.

The documented reason for this recall is: Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable temperature due to coupling to the QBC. The combined use of the Sense coil, high SAR level scanning and placem… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US: Nationwide OUS: Canada, Afghanistan Albania Algeria Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Burkina Faso Chi…. Distribution scope 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, 3 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

-1,00001,0002,0003,0004,000 20052008201120142017202020232026 1,248
Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

5672

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.5T MR system

Reason for recall

Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable temperature due to coupling to the QBC. The combined use of the Sense coil, high SAR level scanning and placement of the cables contrary to instructions for use can lead to patient burns.

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-1024-2016
Date reported March 9, 2016
Date initiated July 6, 2015
Recalling firm Philips Electronics North America Corporation
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 5672
Distribution US: Nationwide OUS: Canada, Afghanistan Albania Algeria Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Burkina Faso Chile China Colombia …

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

Scale of Impact

5672 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.

  • Check the recall number (Z-1024-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • 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?
SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.5T MR system. Recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. Units affected: 5672.
Why was this product recalled?
Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable temperature due to coupling to the QBC. The combined use of the Sense coil, high SAR level scanning and placement of the cables contrary to instructions for use can lead to patient burns.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 9, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1024-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US: Nationwide OUS: Canada, Afghanistan Albania Algeria Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Burkina Faso Chile China Colombia Columbia Congo, Democratic Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt Estonia Ethiopia Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Guadeloupe Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Japan Jersey Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Korea, Republic of Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lebanon Libya Lithuania Luxembourg Malaysia Malta Martinique Mauritius Mexico Monaco Mongolia Morocco Mozambique Nepal Netherlands New Caledonia New Zealand Norway Oman Pakistan Palestinian territory, occupied Panama Papua New Guinea Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Romania Russian Federation Rwanda Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan Tanzania Thailand Tunisia Turkey Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Venezuela Viet Nam Yemen Zimbabwe.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1024-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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.

Nearby Recalls in This Category

Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.

Compare this recall with Rowenta Recalls Cordless Vacuum Cleaners Due to Risk of Ser… →

Browse all Medical Devices recalls →

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported March 9, 2016. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.