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FDA Devices recall · Reported January 26, 2022

Medtronic HawkOne Directional Atherectomy System, Catalog numbers H1-S and H1-S-INT, Small Vessel, 6F (2.2 mm) Recommended sheath, 0.014" (0.36 mm) Compatible guidewire. The HawkOne directional atherectomy system is intended for use in atherectomy of the peripheral vasculature. The HawkOne catheter is indicated for use in conjunction with the SpiderFX embolic protection device in the treatment of severely calcified lesions. The HawkOne catheter is not intended for use in the coronary, carotid,

Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip detachment and embolization.

Recall #
Z-0451-2022
Affected scope
28,094 units
Initiated
December 6, 2021
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ev3 Inc. recalled Medtronic HawkOne Directional Atherectomy System, Catalog numbers H1-S and H1-S-INT, Smal… - a critical-severity action.

Medtronic HawkOne Directional Atherectomy System, Catalog numbers H1-S and H1-S-INT, Smal… was recalled by ev3 Inc. in January 26, 2022. Reason: Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip de…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0451-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

ev3 Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip de….

Critical
severity level
28K units
affected scope
Class I
classification
January 26, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0451-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0451-2022) was formally reported on January 26, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 6, 2021. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. ev3 Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plymouth, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 28,094 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip detachment and embolization. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide), including PR; and Foreign distribution to countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, E…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

28,094 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Medtronic HawkOne Directional Atherectomy System, Catalog numbers H1-S and H1-S-INT, Small Vessel, 6F (2.2 mm) Recommended sheath, 0.014" (0.36 mm) Compatible guidewire. The HawkOne directional atherectomy system is intended for use in atherectomy of the peripheral vasculature. The HawkOne catheter is indicated for use in conjunction with the SpiderFX embolic protection device in the treatment of severely calcified lesions. The HawkOne catheter is not intended for use in the coronary, carotid, iliac, or renal vasculature.

Reason for recall

Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip detachment and embolization.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0451-2022
Date reported January 26, 2022
Date initiated December 6, 2021
Recalling firm ev3 Inc.
Firm location Plymouth, MN
Affected scope 28,094 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide), including PR; and Foreign distribution to countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finla…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

28,094 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Check the recall number (Z-0451-2022) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Medtronic HawkOne Directional Atherectomy System, Catalog numbers H1-S and H1-S-INT, Small Vessel, 6F (2.2 mm) Recommended sheath, 0.014" (0.36 mm) Compatible guidewire. The HawkOne directional atherectomy system is intended for use in atherectomy of the peripheral vasculature. The HawkOne catheter is indicated for use in conjunction with the SpiderFX embolic protection device in the treatment of severely calcified lesions. The HawkOne catheter is not intended for use in the coronary, carotid, iliac, or renal vasculature.. Recalled by ev3 Inc.. Units affected: 28,094 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Reports have been received of tip damage during use of the devices which resulted in some instances of tip detachment and embolization.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 26, 2022. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0451-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide), including PR; and Foreign distribution to countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea, Republic Of Macao, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0451-2022) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported January 26, 2022. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.