Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0946-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Heartware, Inc. |
| Report date | Feb 10, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 19, 2020 |
| Quantity | 19,562 units |
| Location | Miami Lakes, FL, United States |
Official product description
Medtronic HVAD Pump Implant Kits, labeled as: a. PUMP 1103, b. PUMP 1104, c. PUMP 1104JP, d. PUMP 1100, e. Model 1101, f. Model 1102, g. Model 1104CA-CLIN, h. Model 1205, i. Model MCS1705PU
Why the product was recalled
Pumps manufactured with impellers from a subset of lots from a single supplier are failing to initially start, restart, or experiencing a delay in restart within the maximum number of restart attempts at a rate substantially higher than pump in the overall population.
Distribution information
Worldwide - US Nationwide
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.
What to do next
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