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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 13, 2016

Medtronic, MyCareLink Patient Monitor, Model 24950, Rx Only. The MyCareLink Monitor, Model 24950, is a remote monitoring system that interrogates implanted devices and transmits the data to the Care Link Network for viewing by the physician.

Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After release, Medtronic identified an issue with the software that prevent…

Recall #
Z-2125-2016
Affected scope
262
Initiated
May 26, 2016
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Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure recalled Medtronic, MyCareLink Patient Monitor, Model 24950, Rx Only. The MyCareLink Monitor, Mod… - a moderate-severity action.

Medtronic, MyCareLink Patient Monitor, Model 24950, Rx Only. The MyCareLink Monitor, Mod… was recalled by Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure in July 13, 2016. Reason: Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2125-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After….

Moderate
severity level
262 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 13, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2125-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2125-2016) was formally reported on July 13, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 26, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mounds View, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 262.

The documented reason for this recall is: Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After release, Medtronic identified an issue with the software that prevents implanted device data from being avail… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution to Austria, Belgium, China , Czech Republic , Denmark , Finland , France, Germany, Hong Kong, India , Ireland , Israel, Italy , Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal , Saudi Arabia, Slo…. 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

262

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Medtronic, MyCareLink Patient Monitor, Model 24950, Rx Only. The MyCareLink Monitor, Model 24950, is a remote monitoring system that interrogates implanted devices and transmits the data to the Care Link Network for viewing by the physician.

Reason for recall

Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After release, Medtronic identified an issue with the software that prevents implanted device data from being available to clinicians on the CareLink Network. While the transmission appears successful to the patient, the transmitted data, including CareAlerts, are not visible to the clinic.

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-2125-2016
Date reported July 13, 2016
Date initiated May 26, 2016
Recalling firm Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure
Firm location Mounds View, MN
Affected scope 262
Distribution Worldwide Distribution to Austria, Belgium, China , Czech Republic , Denmark , Finland , France, Germany, Hong Kong, India , Ireland , Israel, Italy , Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal , Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa,…

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

Scale of Impact

262 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
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?
Medtronic, MyCareLink Patient Monitor, Model 24950, Rx Only. The MyCareLink Monitor, Model 24950, is a remote monitoring system that interrogates implanted devices and transmits the data to the Care Link Network for viewing by the physician.. Recalled by Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure. Units affected: 262.
Why was this product recalled?
Recently, a new software version was automatically sent to a subset of Model 24950 MyCareLink Monitors. After release, Medtronic identified an issue with the software that prevents implanted device data from being available to clinicians on the CareLink Network. While the transmission appears successful to the patient, the transmitted data, including CareAlerts, are not visible to the clinic.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 13, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2125-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution to Austria, Belgium, China , Czech Republic , Denmark , Finland , France, Germany, Hong Kong, India , Ireland , Israel, Italy , Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal , Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2125-2016) 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 July 13, 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.