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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 9, 2023

Incisive CT for Brazil SKD-Computed Tomography X-Ray System Model: 728146

Metal mounting box on the rotating scanner on rotor (heat exchanger box) located within the Incisive CT system may become expelled and make contact with other components and caus…

Recall #
Z-2259-2023
Affected scope
20 units OUS
Initiated
April 25, 2023
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Philips North America recalled Incisive CT for Brazil SKD-Computed Tomography X-Ray System Model: 728146 - a moderate-severity action.

Incisive CT for Brazil SKD-Computed Tomography X-Ray System Model: 728146 was recalled by Philips North America in August 9, 2023. Reason: Metal mounting box on the rotating scanner on rotor (heat exchanger box) located within the Incisive CT syst…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2259-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips North America issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Metal mounting box on the rotating scanner on rotor (heat exchanger box) located within the Incisive CT syst….

Moderate
severity level
20 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
August 9, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2259-2023 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 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

Incisive CT for Brazil SKD-Computed Tomography X-Ray System Model: 728146

Reason for recall

Metal mounting box on the rotating scanner on rotor (heat exchanger box) located within the Incisive CT system may become expelled and make contact with other components and cause injury to user or if detached a loud noise will be emitted and the system will shut down

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-2259-2023
Date reported August 9, 2023
Date initiated April 25, 2023
Recalling firm Philips North America
Firm location Cambridge, MA
Affected scope 20 units OUS
Distribution Nationwide Foreign: China Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Czech Republic Ecuador Egypt France Germany Greece India Indonesia Iran Iraq Is…

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

Scale of Impact

20 units OUS 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

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?
Incisive CT for Brazil SKD-Computed Tomography X-Ray System Model: 728146. Recalled by Philips North America. Units affected: 20 units OUS.
Why was this product recalled?
Metal mounting box on the rotating scanner on rotor (heat exchanger box) located within the Incisive CT system may become expelled and make contact with other components and cause injury to user or if detached a loud noise will be emitted and the system will shut down
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 9, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2259-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Foreign: China Algeria Argentina Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahrain Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Czech Republic Ecuador Egypt France Germany Greece India Indonesia Iran Iraq Israel Italy Japan Jordan Korea, Republic of Kosovo Latvia Macedonia Mexico Moldova Netherlands Nigeria Pakistan Panama Philippines Poland Romania Russian Federation Saint Lucia Saint Pierre and Miquelon Saudi Arabia Serbia Slovakia Spain Sweden Taiwan Thailand Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan United Kingdom Uzbekistan Viet Nam.
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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