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Recall – Mobile Power Unit AC Power Cord Recall: Abbott Medical Removes AC Power Cord Associated with HeartMate Mobile Power Unit (MPU) Due to Potential Risk of the Cord Not Locking into Place
The FDA is aware that Abbott Medical is recalling the power cord for the Mobile Power Unit, a power accessory of the HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular System (LVAS) and HeartMate II Left LVAS. Certain power cords distributed between May 6, 2025, and June 12, 2025, could not be securely locked into place in the MPU, and may be able to be pulled from the MPU without pressing the yellow V-Lock button on the female socket. The issue had been linked to the V-lock feature on some power cords being incorrectly positioned.
Abbott is recommending removal of impacted cords but not recommending removal of the MPU from the field at this time because the issue is related solely to the cord and not the MPU itself. Use of the affected product may cause serious adverse health consequences, including hemodynamic instability (inadequate blood circulation), multi-organ failure, and death.
There have been no reported injuries or death related to this issue.
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you continue to use it.
Questions?
Customers in the U.S. with questions about this recall should contact Abbott Technical Support at 1-800-456-1477.
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