Thoratec recalls HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System kits with potential backup battery cable corrosion causing fault alarms. Affected models include 106524US and 106524INT. No remedy specified in official notice.
Due to potential corrosion issues associated with the Backup Battery cable connector that may cause a Backup Battery Fault Alarm.
Thoratec is recalling HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) kits due to potential corrosion in the backup battery cable connector that may trigger a fault alarm. This could lead to improper device function if the alarm isn't addressed. The recall affects specific model numbers sold in the US and overseas.
The backup battery cable connector may corrode over time, causing a fault alarm that could indicate improper device function. This might lead to the system not working correctly if the alarm isn't addressed, potentially affecting patient safety.
Patients using the HeartMate 3 LVAS kits with model numbers 106524US or 106524INT are affected. Those with the backup battery nearing its 3-year life cycle may be at higher risk.
Check for model numbers 106524US or 106524INT on the kit packaging. The recall applies to kits sold in the US and overseas with these specific model numbers.
Look for model numbers 106524US or 106524INT on the kit packaging to determine if it's affected.
The recall is due to potential corrosion in the backup battery cable connector that may cause a backup battery fault alarm.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Thoratec directly for guidance.
The recall describes a potential fault alarm but does not specify that it can cause serious injury or death.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Thoratec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0505-2026 — Thoratec Thoratec Hello, I own a Thoratec that is covered by recall Z-0505-2026 from Thoratec. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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