Recall Record: Class II Recall: Philips Azurion. System Code Description (Model Number): Azurion… by PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.

Key facts

What consumers should do

Because this recall carries FDA's middle severity classification, anyone who has this product should stop using it and follow the recalling firm's instructions, even though serious harm is considered unlikely for this classification. Specifically, check whether the product in your possession matches the description on file with FDA -- Philips Azurion. System Code Description (Model Number): Azurion 3 M12 (722221, 722229), Azurion 3 M15 (722222, 722230), Azurion 5 (722281), Azurion 5 M12 (722227, 722231), Azurion 5 M20 (722228, 722232, 722281), Azurion 7 (722282), Azurion 7 B12 (722225, 722235), Azurion 7 B20 (additional items listed in FDA's full record) -- and the recall number Z-2170-2026. If it matches, stop using or distributing it and contact PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. or the point of purchase for return or replacement instructions. Retailers and distributors holding affected inventory should quarantine it and follow the firm's written recall notice.

What this classification means

FDA classifies a recall as Class II when using the recalled product, or being exposed to it, may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. In this case, the recalling firm is PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. and the affected product is described in FDA's record as: Philips Azurion. System Code Description (Model Number): Azurion 3 M12 (722221, 722229), Azurion 3 M15 (722222, 722230), Azurion 5 (722281), Azurion 5 M12 (722227, 722231), Azurion 5 M20 (722228, 722232, 722281), Azurion 7 (722282), Azurion 7 B12 (722225, 722235), Azurion 7 B20 (additional items listed in FDA's full record). FDA's stated reason for the recall is: Potential for the bolts and plastic parts of the Cable Hose Carriers that hold the cable hose to the monitor ceiling suspension may loosen and/or break over time due to the forces applied when the monitor is moved or rotated.. The recall is tracked under FDA recall number Z-2170-2026 and carries a status of Ongoing as of the most recent FDA enforcement report. This classification reflects FDA's assessment of the product defect described above, not a prediction about any specific patient outcome. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do.

PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.’s FDA history

Argus HQ has recorded 199 total FDA actions tied to PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.: 0 warning letters, 199 recalls, 0 approval records, and 0 Form 483 inspection citations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FDA recall number for this event?

FDA recall number Z-2170-2026.

What is the current status of this recall?

Status as recorded by FDA: Ongoing.

Where can I verify this recall directly with FDA?

The verbatim FDA record is the source of truth for every recall Argus HQ tracks — always confirm against fda.gov before acting.

What was recalled and why?

PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. recalled Philips Azurion. System Code Description (Model Number): Azurion 3 M12 (722221, 722229), Azurion 3 M15 (722222, 722230), Azurion 5 (722281), Azurion 5 M12 (722227, 722231), Azurion 5 M20 (722228, 722232, 722281), Azurion 7 (722282), Azurion 7 B12 (722225, 722235), Azurion 7 B20 (additional items listed in FDA's full record). FDA's record states the reason for recall as: Potential for the bolts and plastic parts of the Cable Hose Carriers that hold the cable hose to the monitor ceiling.

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