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MalfunctionEFS

PHILIPS SONICARE

Received May 15, 2024 · Event occurred May 7, 2024

Report 3026630-2024-00028 · MDR key 19326041

Device

Generic name

Tsangpo Power Flosser

Model number

HX386W

Catalog number

HX3806/21

Product problems

  • Overheating of Device
  • Overheating of Device

Patient

NA · Unknown

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

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE DEVICE WAS RETURNED TO MANUFACTURER FOR INVESTIGATION. IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE DEVICE MALFUNCTIONED. THE CAUSE OF THE CUSTOMERS COMPLAINT IS A MELTED USB-C PORT.

Description of Event or Problem

THE DEVICE WAS RETURNED TO MANUFACTURER FOR INVESTIGATION. IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE DEVICE MALFUNCTIONED. THE CAUSE OF THE CUSTOMERS COMPLAINT IS A MELTED USB-C PORT.

Description of Event or Problem

THE CONSUMER ALLEGED THAT THERE THE POWER FLOSSER BURST INTO FLAMES AND BURNT THE COUNTERTOP. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURY. THERE WAS ALLEGATION OF PROPERTY DAMAGE. A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD WAS IDENTIFIED.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE EVENT DATE IS APPROXIMATE. PRODUCT WAS NOT RETURNED TO CONFIRM A MALFUNCTION HAS OCCURRED.