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Reported: September 25, 2024 Initiated: July 11, 2024 #Z-3152-2024 18788 units units

Medtronic Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on September 25, 2024. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 18788 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: Medtronic CareLink 2090 programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1 have the potential for autonomous cursor …. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-3152-2024) was formally reported on September 25, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 11, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Medtronic Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mounds View, MN. Federal records indicate 18788 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: Medtronic CareLink 2090 programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1 have the potential for autonomous cursor motion when Finger Touchscreen capability is enabled by software version 3.2 or higher. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 2 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

18788 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

2090 Programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1: a) 2090, Product Description: PRGM 2090 PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM; b) 209031, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 209031 PORTABLE CRM; c) 2090AA, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090AA PORTABLE CRM; d) 2090AA4, Product Description: 2090AA4 PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM; e) 2090AC, Product Description: SFTWR 2090AC PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM W/; f) 2090AM, Product Description: PROGRAMMER CARELINK HONG KONG ASIA; g) 2090CHEN, Product Description: PRGM 2090CHEN PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090; h) 2090CHFR, Product Description: PRGM 2090CHFR PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090; i) 2090CL, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090CL INTL-JAPAN MKT; j) 2090EN, Product Description: PRGM 2090EN PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 UK; k) 2090FR, Product Description: PRGM 2090FR PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 IN; l) 2090LDEN, Product Description: PRGM 2090LDEN PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE LOANE; m) 2090NL, Product Description: PRGM 2090NL PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 IN; n) 2090W, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090W TELEMETRY C; o) 2090WCHDE, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHDE SWISS-GERMAN; p) 2090WCHEN, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHEN SWISS-ENGLISH; q) 2090WCHFR, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHFR SWISS-FRENCH; r) 2090WDE, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WDE GERMAN MKT; s) 2090WFR, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WFR FRENCH MKT; t) 2090WLD, Product Description: PROG 2090WLD ALL LANGUAGES W/ANALYZER; u) 2090WNL, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WNL NETHERLANDS MKT

Reason for Recall

Medtronic CareLink 2090 programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1 have the potential for autonomous cursor motion when Finger Touchscreen capability is enabled by software version 3.2 or higher.

Details

Recalling Firm
Medtronic Inc.
Units Affected
18788 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Location
Mounds View, MN

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-3152-2024
Date reported September 25, 2024
Date initiated July 11, 2024
Recalling firm Medtronic Inc.
Units affected 18788 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution.

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

Scale of Impact

18788 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
2090 Programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1: a) 2090, Product Description: PRGM 2090 PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM; b) 209031, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 209031 PORTABLE CRM; c) 2090AA, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090AA PORTABLE CRM; d) 2090AA4, Product Description: 2090AA4 PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM; e) 2090AC, Product Description: SFTWR 2090AC PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE CRM W/; f) 2090AM, Product Description: PROGRAMMER CARELINK HONG KONG ASIA; g) 2090CHEN, Product Description: PRGM 2090CHEN PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090; h) 2090CHFR, Product Description: PRGM 2090CHFR PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090; i) 2090CL, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090CL INTL-JAPAN MKT; j) 2090EN, Product Description: PRGM 2090EN PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 UK; k) 2090FR, Product Description: PRGM 2090FR PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 IN; l) 2090LDEN, Product Description: PRGM 2090LDEN PROGRAMMER-PORTABLE LOANE; m) 2090NL, Product Description: PRGM 2090NL PKG-ASSY PROGRAMMER 2090 IN; n) 2090W, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090W TELEMETRY C; o) 2090WCHDE, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHDE SWISS-GERMAN; p) 2090WCHEN, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHEN SWISS-ENGLISH; q) 2090WCHFR, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WCHFR SWISS-FRENCH; r) 2090WDE, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WDE GERMAN MKT; s) 2090WFR, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WFR FRENCH MKT; t) 2090WLD, Product Description: PROG 2090WLD ALL LANGUAGES W/ANALYZER; u) 2090WNL, Product Description: PROGRAMMER 2090WNL NETHERLANDS MKT. Recalled by Medtronic Inc.. Units affected: 18788 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Medtronic CareLink 2090 programmers with serial number prefixes PKK0 and PKK1 have the potential for autonomous cursor motion when Finger Touchscreen capability is enabled by software version 3.2 or higher.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 25, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-3152-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-3152-2024) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).