Z-1522-2021 Class II Ongoing
FDA device recall Z-1522-2021 was initiated by Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF) on April 6, 2021 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: There is a SmartSync software issue that results in an overestimation in the displayed longevity of these devices during an approximate 6-month window of time before the device triggers its Recommende… The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 16,311 devices.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Devices
- Report Date
- May 12, 2021
- Initiation Date
- April 6, 2021
- Termination Date
- N/A
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- 16,311 devices
Product Description
CareLink SmartSync Device Manager (24970A). used to interrogate cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIED).
Reason for Recall
There is a SmartSync software issue that results in an overestimation in the displayed longevity of these devices during an approximate 6-month window of time before the device triggers its Recommended Replacement Time (RRT).
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide
Code Information
All serial numbers