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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System

Reported: March 16, 2022 Initiated: January 27, 2022 #Z-0726-2022

Product Description

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System

Reason for Recall

Updated cleaning instructions are being provided for the Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery to provide clarity to avoid cleaning the power source connector pins, as this could remove the lubricant that is applied to the pins as a mitigation for power switching.

Details

Recalling Firm
Heartware, Inc.
Units Affected
197,889 units
Distribution
Distribution throughout the United States. OUS distribution in Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea (South), Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mauritius, Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Pakistan, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Vietnam.
Location
Miami Lakes, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System. Recalled by Heartware, Inc.. Units affected: 197,889 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Updated cleaning instructions are being provided for the Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery to provide clarity to avoid cleaning the power source connector pins, as this could remove the lubricant that is applied to the pins as a mitigation for power switching.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 16, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0726-2022.