PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Programmers & Remote Monitoring Software Apps: 29901 CareLink Encore Programmer

Reported: November 6, 2019 Initiated: October 3, 2019 #Z-0240-2020

Product Description

Programmers & Remote Monitoring Software Apps: 29901 CareLink Encore Programmer

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for Medtronic programmer and remote monitoring software applications to display an inaccurate remaining longevity estimate for a subset of implanted cardiac device models. This issue does not impact device functionality.

Details

Units Affected
6713 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution
Location
Mounds View, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Programmers & Remote Monitoring Software Apps: 29901 CareLink Encore Programmer. Recalled by Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF). Units affected: 6713 units.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential for Medtronic programmer and remote monitoring software applications to display an inaccurate remaining longevity estimate for a subset of implanted cardiac device models. This issue does not impact device functionality.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 6, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0240-2020.