Medtronic HVAD Pump Implant Kits

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Product Numbers: 1100, 1101, 1102, 1103, 1104, 1104JP, 1205, and MCS1705PU - all serial numbers
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Heartware, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
There is more force required to slide the driveline cover (boot cover) away from the connector after completion of a Driveline Strain Relief Repair than over an unrepaired strain relief. This may lead to difficulty in pulling back the driveline cover when attempting to access the Driveline connector during a controller exchange. Additionally, sliding the driveline cover over a strain relief repair may compromise the repair.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Medtronic HVAD Pump Implant Kits

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Product Numbers: 1100, 1101, 1102, 1103, 1104, 1104JP, 1205, and MCS1705PU - all serial numbers

Distribution:

Distributed in: US

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2478-2021

Related Recalls

Updates to the HVAD system instructions for use (IFU) and patient manual (PM) will be provided. These updates will clarify (1) the conditions under which an HVAD [Controller Fault] alarm may sound and the recommended troubleshooting actions and (2) instructions relating to the useful life of the HVAD system components

Oct 31, 2023 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →