Allura CV20, system code 722031
FDA Device Recall #Z-1493-2020 - Class II, December 30, 2019
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1493-2020 |
| Classification | Class II - Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | December 30, 2019 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Philips North America, LLC |
| Location | Andover, MA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 128 |
Product Description
Allura CV20, system code 722031
Reason for Recall
A capacitor inside the converter of the Velara X-ray generator may fail after a large number of surges in a short period of time. When this occurs, no image acquisition is possible.
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide domestic distribution. Foreign distribution worldwide.
Lot / Code Information
Not distributed in US. Serial numbers 155 42 150 160 87 154 29 73 88 48 109 78 53 63 41 97 138 86 39 36 152 135 40 49 80 153 91 23 35 64 71 55 33 32 30 75 76 70 133 124 182 173 101 128 21 115 81 82 19 84 92 166 72 69 22 26 61 130 52 98 116 117 110 113 112 111 89 90 177 164 165 161 162 163 28 100 174 56 167 119 168 185 50 120 151 125 131 159 126 79 66 137 65 123 169 122 121 148 147 146 149 140 38 129 184 127 181 178 62 170 132 157 158 134 46 136 96 180 45 47 99 54 31 175 83 77 94 85
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic, removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency, Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.