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Reported: June 27, 2012 Initiated: May 21, 2012 #Z-1829-2012 433 units units

Philips Healthcare Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on June 27, 2012. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 433 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: MultiDiagnost Eleva X--Ray system may have damage to System Cables from repeated movement. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1829-2012) was formally reported on June 27, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 21, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips Healthcare Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records indicate 433 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: MultiDiagnost Eleva X--Ray system may have damage to System Cables from repeated movement Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of: Nationwide Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Bharain Canada China Columbia Czech Republic Denmark Dutch Antilles Egypt Estonia Finland Fra…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 14 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

433 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

Philips Multi Diagnost Eleva II with swivel cable Product Codes; 708032, 708036 Multi Diagnost Eleva with FlatDetector with swivel cable Product Codes: 708034, 708037 This Philips MultiDiagnost Eleva system is intended to be used as a multifunctional/ universal system. General R/F, performed along with more specialized interventional applications. This includes the following general areas: Digestive system Skeletal system Urinary system Reproductive system Respiratory system Circulatory system Various . Arthrograms . Myelograms . Facet joint injections . Discography SialographyFluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography

Reason for Recall

MultiDiagnost Eleva X--Ray system may have damage to System Cables from repeated movement

Details

Recalling Firm
Philips Healthcare Inc.
Units Affected
433 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of: Nationwide Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Bharain Canada China Columbia Czech Republic Denmark Dutch Antilles Egypt Estonia Finland France Germany Hong Kong Ireland Israel Italy Latvia Lebanon Luxembourg Malaysia Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Qatar Russian Fed. Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Kingdom
Location
Andover, MA

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-1829-2012
Date reported June 27, 2012
Date initiated May 21, 2012
Recalling firm Philips Healthcare Inc.
Units affected 433 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of: Nationwide Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Bharain Canada China Columbia Czech Republic Denmark Dutch Antilles Egypt Estonia Finland France Germany Hong K…

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

Scale of Impact

433 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Philips Multi Diagnost Eleva II with swivel cable Product Codes; 708032, 708036 Multi Diagnost Eleva with FlatDetector with swivel cable Product Codes: 708034, 708037 This Philips MultiDiagnost Eleva system is intended to be used as a multifunctional/ universal system. General R/F, performed along with more specialized interventional applications. This includes the following general areas: Digestive system Skeletal system Urinary system Reproductive system Respiratory system Circulatory system Various . Arthrograms . Myelograms . Facet joint injections . Discography SialographyFluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography. Recalled by Philips Healthcare Inc.. Units affected: 433 units.
Why was this product recalled?
MultiDiagnost Eleva X--Ray system may have damage to System Cables from repeated movement
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 27, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1829-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of: Nationwide Foreign: Australia Austria Belgium Bharain Canada China Columbia Czech Republic Denmark Dutch Antilles Egypt Estonia Finland France Germany Hong Kong Ireland Israel Italy Latvia Lebanon Luxembourg Malaysia Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Qatar Russian Fed. Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Kingdom.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1829-2012) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).