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Aurora EV-ICD and Clinical EV-ICD, single chamber, extravascular implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD), Product Number DVEA3E4

FDA Recall Z-0726-2026 · Posted 2025-11-28

Recalling FirmMedtronic, Inc.
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeLWS
Date Initiated2025-10-29
Product Quantity6591 units

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for delayed time to high-voltage (HV) therapy should a rare sequence of events occur.

Firm Action

An URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notification letter dated October 2025 was sent to customers. PATIENT MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PREVIOUSLY DISTRIBUTED DEVICES: Medtronic acknowledges that each patient requires unique clinical considerations. Based on internal investigation and consultation with our Independent Physician Quality Panel, Medtronic provides the following guidance: "Prophylactic device replacement is NOT recommended. "Schedule an in-clinic SmartSync interrogation to receive the software update, with the intent for all patients to receive theupdate within the next 3-6 months. For patients remotely followed via CareLink, your Medtronic representative can provide a report to assist with identifying patients that require this in-person update. You may contact your local representative to obtain an updated copy of the report at any time. CUSTOMER ACTIONS: "Ensure your SmartSync application is updated to include the Aurora EV-ICD Application. Contact your Medtronic representative if assistance is needed. "Please complete the enclosed Confirmation Form, following review of this letter, and email [email protected] to confirm receipt of this notification. "Please forward this notice to everyone within your organization who needs to be aware and to locations where thesedevices could be followed if they are outside of your organization. If you have questions regarding this communication, please contact your Medtronic Representative.

Root Cause

Software design

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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