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MalfunctionEFS

PHILIPS SONICARE

Received Oct 17, 2023 · Event occurred Oct 6, 2023

Report 3026630-2023-00076 · MDR key 17951307

Device

Generic name

Airfloss Accessory Nozzle

Model number

HX8140

Product problems

  • Detachment of Device or Device Component
  • Detachment of Device or Device Component

Patient

Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

B3: THE EVENT DATE IS APPROXIMATE. G3: THE COMPLAINT WAS RECEIVED FROM A CONSUMER IN JAPAN. H4: MANUFACTURE DATE NOT PROVIDED OR IDENTIFIABLE. PRODUCT WAS NOT RETURNED TO CONFIRM A MALFUNCTION HAS OCCURRED. H3 OTHER TEXT : DEVICE NOT RETURNED TO MANUFACTURER.

Description of Event or Problem

A CONSUMER REPORTED THAT A PHILIPS AIRFLOSS NOZZLE BROKE INTO PIECES DURING USE. NO INJURY WAS REPORTED. A POTENTIAL CHOKING HAZARD WAS IDENTIFIED.