Medtronic MiniMed recalls Paradigm insulin pumps (MMT-522, MMT-523, MMT-551, MMT-722, MMT-723, MMT-751) due to potential for abnormal insulin delivery during airplane take-off or landing, which could cause severe hypoglycemia or death.
All Medtronic MiniMed pumps (Paradigm series, Minimed 530G, 6XX series, and 7XX series) were found to have the potential for abnormal insulin delivery due to changes in air pressure, which can be found during airplane take-off or landing. An unexpected additional dose of insulin, which can occur during take-off, can result in severe hypoglycemia, altered mental status, seizure, coma, or death. An unexpected under-delivery of insulin, which can occur during landing, can result in severe hyperglycemia, dehydration, diabetic ketoacidosis, or death.
Medtronic MiniMed is recalling specific Paradigm insulin pumps that may deliver unexpected insulin doses during airplane take-offs or landings. This could lead to severe hypoglycemia, seizures, coma, or death if the pump malfunctions due to air pressure changes.
The pumps can deliver unexpected extra insulin during take-off or insufficient insulin during landing due to air pressure changes. This may cause severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), which can lead to seizures, coma, or death.
People with diabetes who use Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps (model numbers MMT-522, MMT-523, MMT-551, MMT-722, MMT-723, MMT-751) are affected. Those traveling by air are at higher risk due to potential air pressure changes during take-off or landing.
Check for model numbers MMT-522, MMT-523, MMT-551, MMT-722, MMT-723, or MMT-751 on the pump. All units produced with these model numbers are affected, regardless of lot number or unique device identifier.
Identify the model number on your pump to see if it matches MMT-522, MMT-523, MMT-551, MMT-722, MMT-723, or MMT-751.
If you experience symptoms like confusion, seizures, or extreme fatigue, seek medical help immediately.
The pump may deliver unexpected extra insulin during take-off or insufficient insulin during landing due to air pressure changes, which can cause severe hypoglycemia or death.
Check your pump model number. If it matches the affected models, monitor for symptoms and contact Medtronic MiniMed for guidance.
The recall record does not mention a specific fix or remedy; users are advised to monitor for symptoms and contact Medtronic MiniMed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic MiniMed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1256-2025 — Medtronic MiniMed Medtronic MiniMed Hello, I own a Medtronic MiniMed that is covered by recall Z-1256-2025 from Medtronic MiniMed. 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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