Philips IQon Spectral CT Recall
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Philips Medical Systems is recalling 42 IQon Spectral CT units nationwide due to potential scan triggering issues that may lead to inadequate imaging and additional radiation exposure.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 13, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
The clinical CT scan may not automatically trigger after the Bolus Tracking scan and may need to be triggered manually. Additional Bolus Tracking shots may occur. This may result in the clinical acquisition being inadequate for diagnosis, causing a potential for patient rescan and receiving additional radiation.
Which Products Are Affected
IQon Spectral CT and IQon Spectral CT Upgrades. 42 units affected. Codes: FCO72800812; FCO72800814 728331 728332, DI (01)00884838059542. Distributed via US Nationwide Distribution including Puerto Rico. Recall number Z-2651-2026. Class II recall initiated June 11, 2026.
What You Should Do
Refer to the recall notice for further instructions from the recalling firm.
Why This Matters
The issue may result in inadequate diagnostic imaging and additional patient radiation exposure.
Source
FDA recall Z-2651-2026, event ID 99352. Recalling firm: PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS, Cambridge, MA.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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