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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 14, 2016

Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held device used to charge the battery in a patient s neurostimulator. It includes a display to provide information on the charging system. The charging system consists of the Model 37751 Recharger, an AC power supply and power cord (Model 37761) and an antenna.

Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (Medtronic Model 37751 Recharger, which is included in Models 37754 and …

Recall #
Z-0700-2017
Affected scope
42,887
Initiated
October 3, 2016
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Medtronic Neuromodulation recalled Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held dev… - a moderate-severity action.

Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held dev… was recalled by Medtronic Neuromodulation in December 14, 2016. Reason: Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (M…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0700-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Medtronic Neuromodulation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (M….

Moderate
severity level
43K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
December 14, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0700-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0700-2017) was formally reported on December 14, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 3, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Medtronic Neuromodulation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Minneapolis, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 42,887.

The documented reason for this recall is: Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (Medtronic Model 37751 Recharger, which is included in Models 37754 and 97754 Charging Systems,Spinal Cord Stimu… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including DC OUS: Canada and others.. 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

42,887

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held device used to charge the battery in a patient s neurostimulator. It includes a display to provide information on the charging system. The charging system consists of the Model 37751 Recharger, an AC power supply and power cord (Model 37761) and an antenna.

Reason for recall

Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (Medtronic Model 37751 Recharger, which is included in Models 37754 and 97754 Charging Systems,Spinal Cord Stimulation)that are in an unresponsive error state, where the Recharger is non-functional with a blank display screen and is beeping every 5 seconds. Medtronic has determined all Rechargers manufactured starting in November 2014 (indicated by serial numbers beginning with NKA4 or NKU4) are more susceptible to this error state.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0700-2017
Date reported December 14, 2016
Date initiated October 3, 2016
Recalling firm Medtronic Neuromodulation
Firm location Minneapolis, MN
Affected scope 42,887
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including DC OUS: Canada and others.

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

Scale of Impact

42,887 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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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held device used to charge the battery in a patient s neurostimulator. It includes a display to provide information on the charging system. The charging system consists of the Model 37751 Recharger, an AC power supply and power cord (Model 37761) and an antenna.. Recalled by Medtronic Neuromodulation. Units affected: 42,887.
Why was this product recalled?
Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (Medtronic Model 37751 Recharger, which is included in Models 37754 and 97754 Charging Systems,Spinal Cord Stimulation)that are in an unresponsive error state, where the Recharger is non-functional with a blank display screen and is beeping every 5 seconds. Medtronic has determined all Rechargers manufactured starting in November 2014 (indicated by serial numbers beginning with NKA4 or NKU4) are more susceptible to this error state.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 14, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0700-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including DC OUS: Canada and others..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0700-2017) 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 December 14, 2016. 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.