FDA Recall of Philips X7-2 Ultrasound Transducer
The FDA has announced a voluntary recall of 5 units of the Philips X7-2 Ultrasound Transducer to provide clarification on its useful life.
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This notice was issued by FDA on April 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "low" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — FDA Recalls — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Philips Ultrasound, Inc. is voluntarily recalling the Philips X7-2 Ultrasound Transducer to provide clarification and labeling to define its useful life in the field. This recall is classified as Class III and was initiated on September 5, 2025.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are the Philips X7-2 Ultrasound Transducer with model numbers 989605388121, 989605347571, and 989605347573. The recall involves 5 units, with UDI (01)00884838061729(21)0344RZ and serial numbers 03FG1T, 031LM2, 032Q7G, 0344RZ, and 033VM9. These products were distributed nationwide in the United States.
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers who have the affected ultrasound transducers should contact Philips Ultrasound, Inc. via the initial firm notification letter for further instructions on the recall process.
Why This Matters
This recall ensures that users have clear information on the useful life of the ultrasound transducers, helping to maintain proper device usage and safety standards in healthcare settings.
Source
This information is from the FDA recall notice, recall number Z-1628-2026. For more details, visit the FDA website at https://www.fda.gov/.
Source: FDA Official Notice