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FDA Devices Critical Class I Ongoing

HeartWare Battery, Model #1650DE, a component of the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System.

Reported: June 29, 2022 Initiated: May 5, 2022 #Z-1266-2022

Product Description

HeartWare Battery, Model #1650DE, a component of the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System.

Reason for Recall

Batteries for the HVAD system have a weld defect affecting internal components within the HVAD battery, resulting in the battery to malfunction and no longer provide power or prevent the battery from holding a complete charge or properly recharging.

Details

Recalling Firm
Medtronic Inc
Units Affected
429 batteries
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution. US nationwide, Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HeartWare Battery, Model #1650DE, a component of the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System.. Recalled by Medtronic Inc. Units affected: 429 batteries.
Why was this product recalled?
Batteries for the HVAD system have a weld defect affecting internal components within the HVAD battery, resulting in the battery to malfunction and no longer provide power or prevent the battery from holding a complete charge or properly recharging.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 29, 2022. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1266-2022.