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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 31, 2013

Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable Charger) and Eon Mini -3721 (Charger); This is a continuation of the firm's July 2012 recall. Product Usage: The Eon Wall Charger (3701) provides the capability to recharge the IPG Battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it. The Eon Portable Charger (3711) provides the capability to recharge the IPG battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the

There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse generators (IPGs). In the July 2012 letter St. Jude Medical informed c…

Recall #
Z-1785-2013
Affected scope
75,663
Initiated
November 30, 2012
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St. Jude Medical recalled Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable … - a moderate-severity action.

Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable … was recalled by St. Jude Medical in July 31, 2013. Reason: There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse g…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1785-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

St. Jude Medical issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse g….

Moderate
severity level
76K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 31, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1785-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1785-2013) was formally reported on July 31, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 30, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. St. Jude Medical is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plano, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 75,663.

The documented reason for this recall is: There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse generators (IPGs). In the July 2012 letter St. Jude Medical informed customers that they would be implementing… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including Puerto Rico and countries of: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hon…. 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

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

75,663

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable Charger) and Eon Mini -3721 (Charger); This is a continuation of the firm's July 2012 recall. Product Usage: The Eon Wall Charger (3701) provides the capability to recharge the IPG Battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it. The Eon Portable Charger (3711) provides the capability to recharge the IPG battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it. The patient can be mobile during the recharging process with a portable charger. The Eon Mini Charger (3721) provides the capability to recharge the IPG battery while stimulation is either on or off. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it.

Reason for recall

There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse generators (IPGs). In the July 2012 letter St. Jude Medical informed customers that they would be implementing design improvements to the charger to address possible increased energy dissipation when the charger is misaligned with the IPG or the IPG is implanted too near the surface of the

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-1785-2013
Date reported July 31, 2013
Date initiated November 30, 2012
Recalling firm St. Jude Medical
Firm location Plano, TX
Affected scope 75,663
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including Puerto Rico and countries of: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Irela…

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

Scale of Impact

75,663 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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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?
Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable Charger) and Eon Mini -3721 (Charger); This is a continuation of the firm's July 2012 recall. Product Usage: The Eon Wall Charger (3701) provides the capability to recharge the IPG Battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it. The Eon Portable Charger (3711) provides the capability to recharge the IPG battery. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it. The patient can be mobile during the recharging process with a portable charger. The Eon Mini Charger (3721) provides the capability to recharge the IPG battery while stimulation is either on or off. The charger transmits RF energy through the antenna to the IPG battery to recharge it.. Recalled by St. Jude Medical. Units affected: 75,663.
Why was this product recalled?
There is issues of warmth or heating at the implant site during charging for the Eon Mini implantable pulse generators (IPGs). In the July 2012 letter St. Jude Medical informed customers that they would be implementing design improvements to the charger to address possible increased energy dissipation when the charger is misaligned with the IPG or the IPG is implanted too near the surface of the
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 31, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1785-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including Puerto Rico and countries of: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Russian Federal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1785-2013) 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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