St Jude Medical Inc.

St Jude Medical Inc.: 51 FDA recall reports

Every medical device recall the FDA has published for St Jude Medical Inc.. The fault, and how the agency graded it.

51Reports
12Class I
0Ongoing
2019-08-14Most recent
12 Class I on this page

Class I means the FDA judged there was a reasonable probability of serious harm or death. Check the lot numbers against anything you hold.

What the classes mean

The FDA sorts every recall into one of three classes. The class is the whole story. It is also the part people skip.

ClassWhat the FDA is saying
Class IThere is a reasonable probability that using this will cause serious harm or death.
Class IIIt may cause temporary or reversible harm. Serious harm is unlikely.
Class IIIIt breaks a rule but is unlikely to hurt anyone. Often a labelling fault.

Class II is the bulk of every list here. That matters. A long list of Class II says something different from one Class I.

By class

ClassReports
Class II38
Class I12
Class III1

By year reported

YearReports
20132
20142
20164
201721
201816
20196
Checking whether it affects you

The lot or code number is what matters. Not the product name. A recall covers specific lots. Yours may not be one of them.

Check the code on your package against the report. The FDA keeps the current list at fda.gov/safety/recalls.

The reports

The text below is quoted from the FDA record word for word.

Class I

ELLIPSE VR, REF: CD1377-36QC Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)

Z-2071-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE VR, REF: CD1377-36QC Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
47
Class I

ELLIPSE DR, REF: CD2377-36QC Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)

Z-2073-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE DR, REF: CD2377-36QC Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
21
Class I

ELLIPSE DR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD2411-36C, UDI: 05414734507585

Z-2074-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE DR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD2411-36C, UDI: 05414734507585
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
15
Class I

ELLIPSE VR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD1411-36Q, UDI: 05414734507738

Z-2072-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE VR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD1411-36Q, UDI: 05414734507738
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
52
Class I

ELLIPSE DR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD2411-36Q, UDI: 05414734507615

Z-2075-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE DR, Tiered-therapy cardioverter/defibrillator, REF: CD2411-36Q, UDI: 05414734507615
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
42
Class I

ELLIPSE VR, REF: CD1377-36C Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)

Z-2070-2019  ·  Class I  ·  reported 2019-08-14  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Electrical failures were identified in cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) due to damaged aluminum wires. ICDs may contain electrical wire connections which may not be completely insulated. The potential patient impact could be the inability to deliver high voltage therapy. There is no available option to verify the vulnerability status for implanted devices.
Product
ELLIPSE VR, REF: CD1377-36C Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs)
Where it went
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, and countries: DE, FR, IT, ES, NL, PT, SE, HU, DK, PL, IL, GP, DZ, CH, SA, SK, LU, NZ, VN, and NO
How much
27

St. Jude Medical InfinityTM DBS System 8CH Directional Lead, 30 cm, 0.5 REF 6170 - STERILE EO Rx ONLY CE 0086

Z-0593-2019  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-12-19  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The most proximal unsegmented electrode of the Deep Brain Stimulation leads, may be constructed with MP35N instead of the required 90/10 platinum-iridium.
Product
St. Jude Medical InfinityTM DBS System 8CH Directional Lead, 30 cm, 0.5 REF 6170 - STERILE EO Rx ONLY CE 0086 0123 St. Jude Medical Plano, TX St. Jude Medical InfinityTM DBS System 8CH Directional Lead, 40 cm, 0.5 REF 6172 STERILE EO Rx ONLY St. Jude Medical Plano, TX Instructions For Use: Lead and Extension Kits for Deep Brain Stimulation Systems Clinician's Manual ST. JUDE MEDICAL - Product Usage: St. Jude Medical Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)leads are intended to deliver stimulation to target areas in the brain. DBS extensions are intended to connect the leads to implantable pulse generators (IPGs). St. Jude Medical DBS leads are designed for introduction into the brain using standard stereotactic neurosurgical techniques. DBS system delivers electrical stimulation to a precisely targeted area in the brain. Leads are implanted in the brain and are connected to extensions, which are passed under the skin and are connected to the neurostimulator. Leads for the St. Jude Medical Infinity DBS System feature electrodes on a stiff distal end with an inactive lead tip. The proximal end of the lead contains contact bands that correspond with each of the distal electrodes and...
Where it went
Worldwide distribution - US nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MD, MN, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, and WA. International distribution in the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Turkey, and United Kingdom
How much
N/A

St. Jude Medical CONFIRM Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor, Sterile EO, Model #: DM3500 The Confirm Rx ICM is i

Z-2334-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-11  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is advising physicians that exposure to sub-freezing temperatures during the supply chain process caused a transient battery voltage drop for a small number of Confirm Rx Model DM3500 Insertable Cardiac Monitoring (ICM) devices. This drop is an expected and normal behavior for this battery chemistry, but causes an incorrect display of a low battery indicator even after the battery voltage returns to normal.
Product
St. Jude Medical CONFIRM Rx Insertable Cardiac Monitor, Sterile EO, Model #: DM3500 The Confirm Rx ICM is indicated for the monitoring and diagnostic evaluation of patients who experience unexplained symptoms such as: dizziness, palpitations, chest pain, syncope, and shortness of breath, as well as patients who are at risk for cardiac arrhythmias. It is also indicated for patients who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or who are susceptible to developing atrial fibrillation.
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide Distribution: PR, MI, NJ, IL, FL, AR, PA, KY, CA, TN, IN, AL, TX, AZ, SC, OK, VA, NH, NM, WA, CO, IA, WI, NV, UT, OH, NC, MO, DE, WV, MD, OR, NE, VT, KS, MA, IA, WY, CT, GA, MS, LA, DC, LA,
How much
986

Merlin PCS Programmer Software: 3330 The Merlin PCS programmer (model 3650) is a portable, external device

Z-2335-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-11  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is advising physicians that exposure to sub-freezing temperatures during the supply chain process caused a transient battery voltage drop for a small number of Confirm Rx Model DM3500 Insertable Cardiac Monitoring (ICM) devices. This drop is an expected and normal behavior for this battery chemistry, but causes an incorrect display of a low battery indicator even after the battery voltage returns to normal.
Product
Merlin PCS Programmer Software: 3330 The Merlin PCS programmer (model 3650) is a portable, external device used to support the implanted device, and for this recall the software that resides on the programmer (software model 3330) is the method of delivery of the new firmware.
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide Distribution: PR, MI, NJ, IL, FL, AR, PA, KY, CA, TN, IN, AL, TX, AZ, SC, OK, VA, NH, NM, WA, CO, IA, WI, NV, UT, OH, NC, MO, DE, WV, MD, OR, NE, VT, KS, MA, IA, WY, CT, GA, MS, LA, DC, LA,
How much
0

Merlin PCS programmer (Model # 3650), Software (Model # 3330)

Z-2329-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Merlin PCS programmer (Model # 3650), Software (Model # 3330)
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
71651

Unify, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3231-40/100029240, 100030104, 100041904; CD3231-40Q/100029281, 10003

Z-2326-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Unify, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3231-40/100029240, 100030104, 100041904; CD3231-40Q/100029281, 100030124, 100041905; CD3235-40/100029256, 100029293, 100029307, 100031111, 100037047, 100048897, 100070009; CD3235-40Q/100029257, 100029294, 100029308, 100031059, 100037048, 100070010; CD3281-40Q/100056770; CD3297-40/100056933
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
40738

Fortify, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1231-40/100029238,100030095, 100041981; CD1231-40Q/100029229, 1000

Z-2320-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Fortify, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1231-40/100029238,100030095, 100041981; CD1231-40Q/100029229, 100030087, 100041982; CD1233-40/100029230, 100029250, 100029259,100031058, 100059778, 100070017; CD1233-40Q/100029260, 100029271, 100029277, 100031104, 100070089; CD1235-40/100029272, 100029282, 100029311, 100031039, 100059779; CD1235-40Q/100029273, 100029295, 100029312, 100030840; CD1241-40/100046351; CD1241-40Q/100046167; CD2231-40/100029274, 100030110, 100041922; CD2231-40Q/100029275, 100030089, 100041923; CD2233-40/100029147, 100029276, 100029313, 100031066, 100037043, 100048759, 100070007; CD2233-40Q/100029148, 100029263, 100029314, 100031067, 100037044, 100059770, 100070068; CD2235-40/100029149, 100029265, 100029283, 100031029, 100059837; CD2235-40Q/100029239, 100029258, 100029284, 100031030, 100066504; CD2241-40/100046148; CD2241-40Q/100046149; CD2299-40/100056952
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
81338

Fortify Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1257-40/100042322, 100059623; CD1257-40Q/100042341, 1000595

Z-2321-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Fortify Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1257-40/100042322, 100059623; CD1257-40Q/100042341, 100059535; CD1259-40/100041914, 100042338, 100059536, 100059646, 100081567; CD1259-40Q/100041931, 100042339, 100059537, 100059620, 100059626, 100078685; CD1263-40/100042948; CD1263-40Q/100042949; CD1357-40C/100080365, 100080377, 100083441; CD1357-40Q/100080389, 100080390, 100083388; CD1359-40/100078740, 100083267, 100096839; CD1359-40C/100078500, 100078969, 100079372, 100079373, 100083442, 100083443, 100117545; CD1359-40Q/100078804, 100079155, 100079413, 100083445, 100096884; CD1359-40QC/100078603, 100079145, 100079146, 100079239, 100083405, 100083444, 100117632, 100127000, 100127065; CD1363-40C/100080349; CD1363-40Q/100080317; CD1391-40C/100080756; CD1391-40QC/100080783; CD2257-40/100042337, 100059839; CD2257-40Q/100042342, 100059842; CD2259-40/100041893, 100042308, 100059794, 100059907, 100082567; CD2259-40Q/100041894, 100042309, 100059845, 100059873, 100078610; CD2263-40/100042950; CD2263-40Q/100043201; CD2357-40C/100080404, 100080413, 100083490; CD2357-40Q/100080319, 100080412, 100083492; CD2359-40/100078750, 100083466; ...
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
131093

Unify Quadra, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3249-40/100036404, 100038435, CD3249-40Q/100036407, 100038436

Z-2328-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Unify Quadra, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3249-40/100036404, 100038435, CD3249-40Q/100036407, 100038436, CD3251-40/100036405, 100038095, 100038226, 100038437, 100038451, 100072563, CD3251-40Q/100036408, 100038214, 100038230, 100038407, 100038442, 100072564, CD3255-40/100038224, CD3255-40Q/100036514
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
22132

Quadra Assura MP, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3269-40/100043177; CD3269-40Q/100043178; CD3271-40/1000

Z-2325-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Quadra Assura MP, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3269-40/100043177; CD3269-40Q/100043178; CD3271-40/100043130; CD3271-40Q/100043191; CD3369-40C/100080339, 100080478; CD3369-40Q/100080439, 100080476, 100105528; CD3371-40/100078814, 100079232, 100079513; CD3371-40C/100078639, 100079231, 100079478, 100105493, 100105494; CD3371-40Q/100078815,100079282, 100079479, 100138237; CD3371-40QC/100078640, 100079165, 100079506, 100079541, 100105505, 100105506, 100138173, 100138179, 100138222, 100138234; CD3387-40C/100105525; CD3387-40QC/100138158
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
68117

Promote, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: 3207-30/60010740-207, 60010740-407; 3207-36/60010743-207, 60010743-4

Z-2322-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Promote, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: 3207-30/60010740-207, 60010740-407; 3207-36/60010743-207, 60010743-407; 3213-36/50022126-001, 60013879-307, 60013879-407, 60013879-707; CD3211-36/100006984,100012548, 100012550, 100016680, 100031621, 100035618, 100035619, 100042487, 100047194; CD3211-36Q/100004091, 100004093,100019784, 100035620, 100042486, 100047054; CD3215-36/100006995, 100010246, 100010247, 100010249, 100010250, 100012569, 100012570, 100034981, 100046577, 100046802, 60019065; CD3215-36Q/100004059, 100004060, 100004061, 100023304, 100030590, 100033678, 100042492, 100046803, 100046906
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
37485

Ellipse, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1275-36/100116115; CD1275-36Q/100116116; CD1277-36/100048388, 100

Z-2319-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Ellipse, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD1275-36/100116115; CD1275-36Q/100116116; CD1277-36/100048388, 100048391, 100060126, 100116208, 10011636; CD1277-36Q/100048374, 100048394, 100060198, 100098497, 100116268, 100116345; CD1293-36Q/100057838; CD1309-36/100057717; CD1309-36Q/100057718; CD1311-36/100057802, 100060153; CD1311-36Q/100057803, 100060174, 100116264; CD1377-36/100078796, 100079180, 100096847; CD1377-36C/100078612, 100079197, 100079368, 100116120, 100116407, 100116447; CD1377-36Q/100078747, 100079210, 100096848, 100116385, 100116423, 100116427; CD1377-36QC/100078602, 100079199, 100079229, 100116398, 100116409, 100116466,100116485, 100127151, 100127152, 100127153; CD1393-36C/100116461; CD1393-36QC/100080656, 100116339; CD1409-36Q/100080251; CD1411-36C/100080197, 100080232, 100116411, 100116481; CD1411-36Q/100080244, 100080245, 100116338, 100116464; CD1411-36QC/100116337; CD2275-36/100116355; CD2275-36Q/100116349; CD2277-36/100048359, 100048402, 100116206, 100116207; CD2277-36Q/100048377, 100048404,100060190, 100098661, 100116342, 100116350; CD2293-36/100057765; CD2293-36Q/100057766; CD2309-36/100057804; ...
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
139351

Current, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: 1207-30/50020236-001, 60010739-207, 60010739-407; 1207-36/50020237-00

Z-2318-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Current, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: 1207-30/50020236-001, 60010739-207, 60010739-407; 1207-36/50020237-001, 60010742-207, 60010742-307, 60010742-407, 60010742-707; 2207-30/ 50020238-001, 60010738-207; 2207-36/ 50020239-001, 60010741-207, 60010741-307, 60010741-407, 60010741-707; CD1211-36/100006983, 100012542, 100016679, 100031495, 100035634, 100035635, 100042587, 100047090; CD1211-36Q/100004079, 100004081, 100019783, 100035607, 100042591, 100047191; CD1215-36/100006990, 100010230, 100010241, 100010242, 100010244, 100012563, 100012564, 100034631, 100046574, 100046786; CD1215-36Q/100006768, 100006769, 100006770, 100023300, 100030306, 100033794, 100042402, 100046720, 100046904; CD1217-36/100011824; CD1219-36/100002160, 100002864, 100011826; CD1219-36Q/100004071, 100023301; CD2211-36/100006982, 100012536, 100016678, 100031440, 100035629, 100035636, 100042520, 100047192; CD2211-36Q/100004085, 100004087, 100019782, 100035587, 100042575, 100047193; CD2215-36/100006992, 100010224, 100010226, 100010227, 100010228, 100012515, 100012516, 100036606, 100046676, 100046792, 60019063; CD2215-36Q/100006762, 100006763, 100006764, 100023302, 100029180, 100033793,...
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
71651

Promote Quadra, Sterile EO, Model # / Part #: CD3221-36/100025054, 60019195; CD3223-36P/100013763; CD323

Z-2323-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Promote Quadra, Sterile EO, Model # / Part #: CD3221-36/100025054, 60019195; CD3223-36P/100013763; CD3239-40/100029115, 100029254, 100037181; CD3239-40Q/100029116, 100029244, 100037115
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
10425

Unify Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3257-40/100042333, 100059944; CD3257-40Q/100042334, 100059936

Z-2327-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Unify Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3257-40/100042333, 100059944; CD3257-40Q/100042334, 100059936; CD3261-40/100048460, 100048546, 100059897, 100059954, 100059996, 100078828; CD3261-40Q/100048568, 100048581, 100059898, 100059955, 100059997, 100078853; CD3357-40C/100080408, 100080424, 100083511; CD3357-40Q/100080419, 100080463, 100083504; CD3361-40/100078842, 100079211, 100083506, 100096893; CD3361-40C/100078604, 100079159, 100079160, 100079338, 100083429, 100083514, 100117625; CD3361-40Q/100078805, 100079222, 100079456, 100083523, 100098067; CD3361-40QC/100078654, 100079202, 100079221, 100083475, 100083515, 100117558; CD3389-40C/100080778; CD3389-40QC/100080780, 100105489
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
65048

Quadra Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3265-40/100042335, 100059846; CD3265-40Q/100042336, 100059847

Z-2324-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-07-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm is releasing new firmware for high voltage implantable cardiac devices (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-D) intended to strengthen security by providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized device access. For older generation devices not capable of accepting the firmware, the firm is advising customers of the option to permanently disable the RF communication capability in these devices.
Product
Quadra Assura, Sterile EO, Model #/ Part #: CD3265-40/100042335, 100059846; CD3265-40Q/100042336, 100059847; CD3267-40/100042956, 100043569, 100059961, 100078810; CD3267-40Q/100043132, 100043539, 100059917, 100059956, 100078904; CD3365-40C/100080435, 100080436; CD3365-40Q/100080426, 100080427; CD3367-40/100078813, 100079497, 100096097; CD3367-40C/100078597, 100079174, 100079450, 100079490, 100105524; CD3367-40Q/100078851, 100079212, 100079504, 100096098; CD3367-40QC/100078656, 100079193, 100079498, 100079524, 100105513, 100105514, 100138185, 100138213; CD3385-40C/100080778; CD3385-40QC/100080780, 100105489
Where it went
U.S. Nationwide distribution
How much
72673

Proclaim DRG Implantable Pulse Generator, Model Number 3664

Z-1170-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2018-04-04  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
The firm received complaints of error messages that occurred during routine impedance checks on Proclaim DRG IPGs, model 3664. Some complaints were also associated with transient over stimulation which created discomfort for the patients.
Product
Proclaim DRG Implantable Pulse Generator, Model Number 3664
Where it went
US
How much
17 units

Assurity MRI Model Numbers: PM1272, PM2272 Implantation of a single-chamber pulse generator, dual-chamber pul

Z-0031-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
Assurity MRI Model Numbers: PM1272, PM2272 Implantation of a single-chamber pulse generator, dual-chamber pulse generator, or CRT-P is indicated in one or more of the following permanent conditions: Syncope, Presyncope, Fatigue, Disorientation, Or any combination of those symptoms. Implantation of a CRT-P is indicated for: Maintaining synchrony of the left and right ventricles in patients who have undergone an AV nodal ablation for chronic atrial fibrillation and have NYHA Class II or III heart failure. The reduction of the symptoms of moderate to severe heart failure (NYHA Class III or IV) in those patients who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal medical therapy, and have a left ventricular ejection fraction d35% and a prolonged QRS duration
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
164366 units

PM1226 ACCENT ST MRI SR RF and PM2222 ACCENT ST These low voltage (LV) devices are implantable pacemaker puls

Z-0035-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
PM1226 ACCENT ST MRI SR RF and PM2222 ACCENT ST These low voltage (LV) devices are implantable pacemaker pulse generators, intended to be permanently implanted in the body, that have a power supply and electronic circuits that produce a periodic electrical pulse to stimulate the heart. These devices are used as a substitute for the heart's intrinsic pacing system to correct both intermittent and continuous cardiac rhythm disorders.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
101 units

Infinity 5 Implantable Pulse Generator and Infinity 7 Implantable Pulse Generator Models 6660, 6661, 6662, 666

Z-0023-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
Analysis of the difference between the actual device longevity and the battery indicator status provided by the Clinician Programmer (CP) or Patient Controller (PC) has revealed errors in the CP or PC longevity estimations that can overestimate or under estimate the battery indicator status in certain situations.
Product
Infinity 5 Implantable Pulse Generator and Infinity 7 Implantable Pulse Generator Models 6660, 6661, 6662, 6663
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) (foreign consignee list will be provide by the firm at a later time)
How much
3,119 devices

Assurity Model Numbers: PM1240, PM2240; Assurity + Model Number: PM2260; Accent Model Numbers: PM1210, PM2210,

Z-0030-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
Assurity Model Numbers: PM1240, PM2240; Assurity + Model Number: PM2260; Accent Model Numbers: PM1210, PM2210, PM1222, PM2212; Accent MRI Model Numbers: PM1224, PM2218, PM2224 Implantation of a single-chamber pulse generator, dual-chamber pulse generator, or CRT-P is indicated in one or more of the following permanent conditions: Syncope, Presyncope, Fatigue, Disorientation, Or any combination of those symptoms. Implantation of a CRT-P is indicated for: Maintaining synchrony of the left and right ventricles in patients who have undergone an AV nodal ablation for chronic atrial fibrillation and have NYHA Class II or III heart failure. The reduction of the symptoms of moderate to severe heart failure (NYHA Class III or IV) in those patients who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal medical therapy, and have a left ventricular ejection fraction d35% and a prolonged QRS duration
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
529912 units

Merlin@Home Software Model EX2000 v8.2.2 for Merlin@Home Transmitter Models EX1150, EX1150W, EX1100, and EX110

Z-0033-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
Merlin@Home Software Model EX2000 v8.2.2 for Merlin@Home Transmitter Models EX1150, EX1150W, EX1100, and EX1100W. The Merlin@home Transmitters are a component of St. Jude Medicals (SJM) Remote Care System. These Merlin@home transmitters are used to retrieve information from the SJM implantable medical device (IMD) using RF telemetry. The data is then sent back to the Merlin.net Patient Care Network through a built-in modem or, alternatively, through a USB cellular adapter or a USB based Broadband Kit. The transmitted data enables clinicians to remotely monitor a patients IMD using a secure, encrypted, password-protected web site, thus reducing the number of in-clinic visits a patient needs to make to their physician. The transmitter monitors the patients device daily between scheduled follow-ups and can alert a clinician if it detects anything out of the norm.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
495,011 units (391,093 in US)

PM1214 NUANCE SR RF; PM1230 and PM2230 NUANCE MRI; PM2214 NUANCE DR RF These low voltage (LV) devices are imp

Z-0034-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
PM1214 NUANCE SR RF; PM1230 and PM2230 NUANCE MRI; PM2214 NUANCE DR RF These low voltage (LV) devices are implantable pacemaker pulse generators, intended to be permanently implanted in the body, that have a power supply and electronic circuits that produce a periodic electrical pulse to stimulate the heart. These devices are used as a substitute for the heart's intrinsic pacing system to correct both intermittent and continuous cardiac rhythm disorders.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
2741 units

Merlin PCS 3650 Programmer with Model 3330 Software Version 23.1.1 The Merlin Patient Care System (PCS) Model

Z-0032-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
Merlin PCS 3650 Programmer with Model 3330 Software Version 23.1.1 The Merlin Patient Care System (PCS) Model 3650 Programmer is a portable, dedicated programming system designed to interrogate program display data and test St. Jude Medical implantable devices.
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
10,453 units

Anthem Model Numbers: PM3210, PM3212; Allure/Relieve Model Numbers: PM3222, PM3242, PM3262, PM3542, PM3224, PM

Z-0029-2018  ·  Class II  ·  reported 2017-10-25  ·  Terminated

Why it was recalled
New pacemaker firmware was developed to further mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to our pacemakers that utilize radio frequency (RF) communications.
Product
Anthem Model Numbers: PM3210, PM3212; Allure/Relieve Model Numbers: PM3222, PM3242, PM3262, PM3542, PM3224, PM3244 Implantation of a single-chamber pulse generator, dual-chamber pulse generator, or CRT-P is indicated in one or more of the following permanent conditions: Syncope, Presyncope, Fatigue, Disorientation, Or any combination of those symptoms. Implantation of a CRT-P is indicated for: Maintaining synchrony of the left and right ventricles in patients who have undergone an AV nodal ablation for chronic atrial fibrillation and have NYHA Class II or III heart failure. The reduction of the symptoms of moderate to severe heart failure (NYHA Class III or IV) in those patients who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal medical therapy, and have a left ventricular ejection fraction d35% and a prolonged QRS duration
Where it went
Worldwide Distribution
How much
102684 units

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A firm with more recalls usually makes more products. A contract packer runs hundreds of lines. It will out-recall a company with one product whatever either does. This is not a safety ranking.

Most recalls here are voluntary. A firm found its own fault and pulled the stock. That is the system working. It lands in this database looking the same as a recall the FDA had to push for.

Terminated means the FDA considers the recall finished. It is not a verdict. It does not mean anyone was harmed.

Source: openFDA enforcement reports, retrieved 2026-08-05. FDA dataset last updated 2026-07-29.

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