Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0177-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medtronic Inc. |
| Report date | Nov 13, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Quantity | 90,213 |
| Location | Northridge, CA, United States |
Official product description
Minimed Model 500 Remote Control (MMT-500, MMT-500RU, MMT-500RUS, MMT-500RSE, MMT-500RCH, MMT-500RDE, MMT-500REU, MMT-500RFR, MMT-500RGB, MMT-500RIL, MMT-500RNL) for use with the MiniMed 508 Insulin Pump (MMT-508).
Why the product was recalled
There is a potential security vulnerability related to the use of the remote controller accessories with the insulin pumps.
Distribution information
Distribution was nationwide to consumers and distributors. There was no government/military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Martinique, Namibia, Netherlands, New Caledonia, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Poland, Reunion, Romania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, 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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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