The FDA announced on July 31, 2023, that Datascope Corp. is recalling Cardiosave Rescue Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps due to a sensor input failure during connector insertion. The agency issued the Class II recall affecting 9,379 units distributed nationwide and globally.
How to tell if you have it
- Datascope Cardiosave Rescue Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
- Part Numbers: 0998-00-0800-75, 0998-00-0800-83, 0998-00-0800-85
- All Lot Numbers
- Model 0998-00-0800-75, UDI: 10607567112312
- Model 0998-00-0800-83, UDI: 10607567108407
- Model 0998-00-0800-85, UDI: 10607567113449
The hazard
According to the FDA, users experienced a failure in the IAB Fiber Optic Sensor input on the IABP when inserting the Intra-Aortic Balloon Fiber Optic connector. The record does not report specific incidents or injuries.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Datascope Corp. has 29 other recalls on file since June 17, 2019. Recent brand actions include a February 6, 2026 recall of the Battery Charging Station for protruding screws and a January 23, 2026 software update for CS300 IABP safety specifications. Other recent recalls of similar products include Intervascular Cardioroot Vascular Grafts (August 12, 2026), Fresenius Kabi Ivenix Infusion Pump (November 3, 2025), and Abiomed Impella RP (January 27, 2026).