Recall StatusTerminated
Date Initiated2019-01-17
Date Terminated2021-02-02
Product Quantity33007 units
Reason for Recall
The Medtronic CareLink Encore 29901 programmer system is comprised of prescription devices indicated for use in the interrogation and programming of implantable medical devices. Prior to use, refer to the Programmer Reference Guide as well as the appropriate programmer software and implantable device technical manuals for more information related to specific implantable device models. Programming should be attempted only by appropriately trained personnel after careful study of the technical manual for the implantable device and after careful determination of appropriate parameter values based on the patient's condition and pacing system used. The Medtronic CareLink Encore 29901 programmer must be used only for programming implantable devices manufactured by Medtronic or Vitatron.
Firm Action
In the US, beginning 17-Jan-2019, Medtronic Field Representatives hand delivered a courtesy FCA Notification Letter to consignees who, according to Medtronic records, have programmers that are eligible for Micra software updates. Field Representatives will update the identified programmers using a provided USB. Notification will also be hand delivered to Micra Implanting or Follow-up physicians for awareness of the issue.
Root Cause
Software design
Distribution Pattern
US, Armenia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, India, Iran, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia,
Syrian Arab Republic
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.