Abbott recalls Merlin@home transmitters with MerlinOnDemand capability (REF EX1150) due to software update failure after power interruptions. Affected units may not receive critical heart device updates.
Due to heart transmitter not being able to upgrade to the current software version in the field after experiencing a power interruption during a prior over-the-wire software download.
Abbott is recalling Merlin@home transmitters with the MerlinOnDemand capability (model EX1150) because they can't update software after power interruptions. This risk could prevent critical heart device updates from reaching patients.
The transmitter may fail to update software after power interruptions during a previous software download. This could prevent critical heart device updates from being delivered, potentially affecting patient care.
Patients using Merlin@home transmitters with MerlinOnDemand capability (model EX1150) for remote heart monitoring are affected. Clinicians managing these patients face the highest risk due to potential update failures.
Check for the model number EX1150 on the transmitter. The product includes 'MerlinOnDemand' capability and is configured for multiple patient use. It was sold with the description 'Merlin@home with MerlinOnDemand (MoD) capability'.
Look for the model number EX1150 on the transmitter device.
The transmitter may not update software after power interruptions during a previous software download, which could prevent critical heart device updates from being delivered.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or action steps for affected units.
The recall record describes a potential failure to update software, but does not mention any risk of serious injury or death.
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Subject: Recall Z-0552-2025 — Abbott Medical Abbott Medical Hello, I own a Abbott Medical that is covered by recall Z-0552-2025 from Abbott Medical. 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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