# FDA recall Z-2848-2018

> **Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, DMC** · Class II · device recall initiated 2018-06-27.

## Product

DigitalDiagnost 2.x Upgrades (Stitching Patient Support) 712081

## Reason for recall

The hook does not securely hold the footplate in the vertical position.  Therefore, the footplate can fall or swing down and injury operator or patient.

## Distribution

US Nationwide; International to 66 countries

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2848-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, DMC
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2018-06-27
- **Report date:** 2018-08-29
- **Termination date:** 2024-04-30

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Hamburg, Germany

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2848-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2848-2018. Retrieved 2026-05-28 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2848-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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