Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0221-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Thoratec Switzerland GMBH |
| Report date | Nov 6, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 22, 2019 |
| Quantity | 664 units (381 U.S. and 283 OUS) |
| Location | Zurich, Switzerland |
Official product description
CentriMag Acute Circulatory Support System Motor, U.S. Model 102956 and OUS Model 201-10002, a component of the CentriMag Extracorporeal Blood Pumping System.
Why the product was recalled
Reports have been received of the CentriMag Systems experiencing motor and pump issues resulting from electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Distribution information
Distribution was nationwide. There was government distribution, but no military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Finland, France, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Liechtenstein, Mexico, Netherlands, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Visit.
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