Philips Electronics North America Corporation: Medical Device Recall in 2016 - (Recall #: Z-0764-2016)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2016.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Philips Allura Xper FD20 Ceiling version only; 722028; imaging applications.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 3, 2015

Date Posted: February 17, 2016

Recall Number: Z-0764-2016

Event ID: 72571

Reason for Recall:

Normally, movement of the C-arc is initially stopped by the motor (holding torque) then by the electromagnetic brake, leading to a full stop of the C-arc. Because of improper adjustment and tolerances, when the C-arc is initially stopped in an unbalanced position, the air gap of the brake can become too large, resulting in continued C-arc movement (C-arc is looking for balanced position).

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 15 subject to correction and removal

Code Information:

Ceiling version only.

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution. US states of TN and IN and the countries of Australia, Belgium, Egypt, France, Germany, Japan, Republic of Korea, Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated