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FDA Devices recall · Reported April 8, 2020

Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System Model Number: 866185 Software version number: 01.03.00, 01.04.00, 01.05.00, and 01.07.00 - Product Usage: The Expression Model MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring Systems is intended for use by healthcare professionals to monitor vital signs of patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for the synchronization of the MRI scanner.

Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into the device s Instructions for Use. As a result, the instructions for …

Recall #
Z-1616-2020
Affected scope
2214 units
Initiated
February 20, 2020
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Philips North America, LLC recalled Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System Model Number: 866185 Software version n… - a moderate-severity action.

Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System Model Number: 866185 Software version n… was recalled by Philips North America, LLC in April 8, 2020. Reason: Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1616-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips North America, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into….

Moderate
severity level
2K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
April 8, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1616-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1616-2020) was formally reported on April 8, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 20, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips North America, LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 2214 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into the device s Instructions for Use. As a result, the instructions for performing the O2 sensor calibration are… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and countries of Utd Arab Emir, Albania, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Brazil, White Russia, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, German…. 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

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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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

2214 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System Model Number: 866185 Software version number: 01.03.00, 01.04.00, 01.05.00, and 01.07.00 - Product Usage: The Expression Model MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring Systems is intended for use by healthcare professionals to monitor vital signs of patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for the synchronization of the MRI scanner.

Reason for recall

Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into the device s Instructions for Use. As a result, the instructions for performing the O2 sensor calibration are incorrect for customers performing this task with an MR400 device with software revisions: 01 .03.00, 01.04.00, 01 .05.00 and 01 .07.00

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-1616-2020
Date reported April 8, 2020
Date initiated February 20, 2020
Recalling firm Philips North America, LLC
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 2214 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and countries of Utd Arab Emir, Albania, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Brazil, White Russia, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Spain, F…

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

Scale of Impact

2214 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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System Model Number: 866185 Software version number: 01.03.00, 01.04.00, 01.05.00, and 01.07.00 - Product Usage: The Expression Model MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring Systems is intended for use by healthcare professionals to monitor vital signs of patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for the synchronization of the MRI scanner.. Recalled by Philips North America, LLC. Units affected: 2214 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Menu selections for users to access the oxygen (O2) sensor calibration were changed and not incorporated into the device s Instructions for Use. As a result, the instructions for performing the O2 sensor calibration are incorrect for customers performing this task with an MR400 device with software revisions: 01 .03.00, 01.04.00, 01 .05.00 and 01 .07.00
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 8, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1616-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and countries of Utd Arab Emir, Albania, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Brazil, White Russia, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, India, Iceland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1616-2020) 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.

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