Every recall we track for Thoratec Corp. — 12 in all — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate System Monitors with specific serial numbers due to screen errors that could cause anxiety, pump issues, or extended surgery time. Affected units may display overlapping buttons, frozen screens, or distorted text.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 LVAS Implant Kit (REF:106524INT) due to potential leak path at seal interface between inflow cannula and titanium apical cuff. This may cause complications for patients with heart failure.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 LVAS Implant Kit (REF:106524US) due to potential leak path at seal interface. This may cause complications for heart failure patients. Check your serial numbers for affected units.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist Systems with Extrinsic Outflow Graft Obstruction (EOGO) risk. Affected units include specific model numbers and serials. Stop using immediately if you have the recalled devices.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Systems with potential Extrinsic Outflow Graft Obstruction (EOGO) that may cause device malfunction. Affected units include specific model numbers and serial ranges.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate Touch Communication System models HMT1100 and HMT1150 due to software and controller systems causing unexpected pump start or stop. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Thoratec recalls Heartmate 3 LVAS Implant Kit and Heartmate XVE/II Apical Coring Knives due to inadequate sharpness causing extended surgery time. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Abbott HeartMate Touch Communication System (HMT1100, HMT1100-R, HMT1150) may experience app crashes due to Bluetooth interference with nearby devices. No action needed as the device continues to function normally.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 Mobile Power Unit models with specific serial numbers due to static electricity causing power loss that may reduce blood flow from the assist system.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 LVAS Implant Kits with specific batch numbers due to potential outflow graft leaks during implantation if the C-Ring isn't properly seated.
Thoratec recalls Heartmate 3 Sealed Outflow Graft with Bend Relief for potential leaking during implantation. If the C-Ring isn't seated properly, the device may not function during surgery.
Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 Coring Tool (REF 10005872) due to small black plastic particles found in left ventricle during implant. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
