Transducer L12-3Recalls & reported problems across all models

We found 3 models of Transducer L12-3 by Philips Ultrasound LLC in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 1 adverse event report in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Mar 10, 2020 and Mar 10, 2020 — classified as 1 malfunction.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “No Display/Image” (1 report).

5 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 5 still open.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

Transducer L12-3 recalls

FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.

1. Jul 3, 2025Open, Classified

   To provide clarification and labelling to define the useful life of ultrasound transducers in the field.

   Z-2389-2025 · Root cause: Device Design · Recall details · FDA record ↗

2. Jul 3, 2025Open, Classified

   To provide clarification and labelling to define the useful life of ultrasound transducers in the field.

   Z-2376-2025 · Root cause: Device Design · Recall details · FDA record ↗

3. Jul 3, 2025Open, Classified

   To provide clarification and labelling to define the useful life of ultrasound transducers in the field.

   Z-2372-2025 · Root cause: Device Design · names 3 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

4. Jul 3, 2025Open, Classified

   To provide clarification and labelling to define the useful life of ultrasound transducers in the field.

   Z-2352-2025 · Root cause: Device Design · Recall details · FDA record ↗

5. May 28, 2025Open, Classified

   Ultrasound transducer devices were refurbished beyond their useful life.

   Z-2054-2025 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported Transducer L12-3 problems

Transducer L12-3 models

3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• Transducer L12-3 989605412072

  Transducer, ultrasonic, diagnostic
  5 recalls1 report
• Transducer L12-3 989605348243

  Transducer, ultrasonic, diagnostic
  1 recall0 reports
• Transducer L12-3 989605430253

  System, imaging, pulsed doppler, ultrasonic
  1 recall0 reports

Recent Transducer L12-3 adverse event reports

The 1 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionMar 10, 2020No Display/Image

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED AN L12-3 MODEL TRANSDUCER HAD A PARTIAL IMAGE DROPOUT THAT CAUSED AN EXTENDED PROCEDURE DELAY. THE DELAY REQUIRED ADMINISTERING AN ADDITIONAL DOSE OF ANESTHESIA TO THE PATIENT WHILE A SECONDARY ULTRASOUND SYSTEM WAS BEING ACQUIRED. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY USING A DIFFERENT ULTRASOUND SYSTEM AVAILABLE AT THE CUSTOMER SITE. THERE WAS NO INJURY OR ADVERSE PATIENT OUTCOME ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient

  MAUDE report 9813614 ↗

Other Philips Ultrasound LLC products

• Transducer C5-13 models · 0 reports · 12 recalls
• EPIQ Diagnostic Ultrasound System9 models · 281 reports · 5 recalls
• Transducer X5-13 models · 0 reports · 10 recalls
• EPIQ 7 DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND SYSTEM5 models · 330 reports · 3 recalls
• Transducer C10-3v2 models · 0 reports · 7 recalls
• Transducer X7-2t4 models · 26 reports · 6 recalls
• Transducer C5-210 models · 0 reports · 6 recalls
• Transducer S5-12 models · 0 reports · 6 recalls