Philips Recalls Allura Xper/Azurion Systems for X-ray Imaging Issues
Summary
Health Canada issued a recall for Philips Allura Xper and Azurion X-ray imaging systems due to performance issues with the wired foot switch. The recall affects multiple models and advises healthcare providers to contact the manufacturer for additional information.
What changed
Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for Philips Allura Xper and Azurion Systems due to potential X-ray imaging issues. The problem stems from cable or connector damage, internal microswitch failure, or foot switch connector issues, which could lead to no or intermittent X-ray initiation. This may cause delays or aborts in medical procedures.
Healthcare providers using these systems are advised to contact Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. for additional information. While no specific compliance deadline or penalty is mentioned, the recall highlights potential patient safety risks and operational disruptions. Affected parties should review their equipment and consult with the manufacturer to understand the implications and necessary actions.
What to do next
- Review Philips Allura Xper and Azurion systems for potential foot switch issues.
- Contact Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. for additional information and guidance.
- Assess potential impact on patient procedures and operational continuity.
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Health product recall
Allura Xper and Azurion Systems
Brand(s)
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
Last updated
2026-03-17
Summary
Product Allura Xper and Azurion Systems Issue Medical devices - Performance What to do Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
Audience Healthcare
Affected products
| Affected products | Lot or serial number | Model or catalogue number |
|---|---|---|
| Allura Xper FD10 (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722026 |
| Allura Xper FD10/10 (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722027 |
| Azurion 7 M20 | Not applicable. | 722 224 |
| Azurion 7 M20 | Not applicable. | 722 079 |
| Azurion 7 M20 | Not applicable. | 722234 |
| Allura Xper FD20/15 | Not applicable. | 722058 |
| Allura Xper FD10 | Not applicable. | 001443 |
| Allura Xper FD20/10 (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722029 |
| Azurion 7 M12 | Not applicable. | 722233 |
| Azurion 7 M12 | Not applicable. | 722 223 |
| Azurion 7 M12 | Not applicable. | 722 078 |
| Azurion 3 M12 | Not applicable. | 722 063 |
| Azurion 3 M12 | Not applicable. | 722 221 |
| Azurion 3 M12 | Not applicable. | 722229 |
| Azurion 5 M12 | Not applicable. | 722 227 |
| Azurion 5 M12 | Not applicable. | 722231 |
| Azurion 5 M20 | Not applicable. | 722 228 |
| Azurion 5 M20 | Not applicable. | 722232 |
| Allura Xper FD20 (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722028 |
| Allura Xper FD20/20 (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722038 |
| Azurion 7 B20 | Not applicable. | 722 226 |
| Azurion 7 B20 | Not applicable. | 722236 |
| Azurion 7 B20 | Not applicable. | 722 068 |
| Azurion 3 M15 | Not applicable. | 722230 |
| Azurion 3 M15 | Not applicable. | 722 064 |
| Azurion 3 M15 | Not applicable. | 722 222 |
| Azurion 7 B12 | Not applicable. | 722 067 |
| Azurion 7 B12 | Not applicable. | 722235 |
| Azurion 7 B12 | Not applicable. | 722 225 |
| Allura Xper FD20 Or Table (Product Of AlluraClarity Family) | Not applicable. | 722035 |
Issue
Philips has identified instances where X-ray imaging may not be initiated or may occur intermittently when using the wired foot switch due to:
- cable or connector damage (internal and/or external)
- internal microswitch failure (each foot switch pedal activates two independent microswitches that - when both activated - release X-ray)
- foot switch connector issues resulting from missing or incorrectly applied strain relief No or intermittent X-ray could potentially result in a delay or abort of procedure.
Additional information
Details
Original published date:
2026-03-17
Alert / recall type Health product recall Category Health products - Medical devices - Radiology Companies
| Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. |
| Veenpluis 6, Best, Netherlands, 5684 PC |
Published by Health Canada Audience Healthcare Recall class Type II Recall date
2026-03-03
Identification number RA-81765
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