HVAD — Class II medical device recall Z-0482-2024
Ongoing recall by Heartware, Inc., reported 2023-12-13. Updates to the HVAD system instructions for use (IFU) and patient manual (PM) will be provided. These updates
| Recall number | Z-0482-2024 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Heartware, Inc., Miami Lakes, FL, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2023-10-31 |
| Classified | 2023-12-01 |
| Reported by FDA | 2023-12-13 |
| Quantity | 126 units |
| Serial numbers | HW1412, HW1413, HW1416, HW1433, HW1435, HW1490, HW1493, HW1495, HW1496, HW1593, HW1599, HW1641, HW1661, HW1662, HW1663, HW1664, HW1695, HW1696, HW1698, HW1699, HW1706, HW1708, HW1709, HW1718, HW1727 and 101 more |
| Model numbers | 1205 |
Product
HVAD (HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device) STERILE IMPLANT KIT/IMPLANT KIT OUS, Model Number 1205
Reason for recall
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
Machine access
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