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Class II Recall

Cobalt Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators with Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT-D)

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Cobalt Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators with Cardiac Resynchronization Th by Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF). Reason: Manufacturing error that may have resulted in a cathode component being out of specification. All devices met final functional testing requirements..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1480-2022

Action Date

2022-08-03

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Cobalt Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators with Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT-D)

Lot/Code Info: GTIN 00763000178178, Serial Numbers: RTK601865S, RTK601825S, RTK601828S

Quantity Affected: 3 units

Reason for Recall

Manufacturing error that may have resulted in a cathode component being out of specification. All devices met final functional testing requirements.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of Indiana and CA.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2020-11-05

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 163 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF) has 138 FDA actions in our database, including 138 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF) have FDA actions?

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF) has 138 FDA actions in our database, including 138 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1480-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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