Cardiac Assist LifeSPARC Pump Recall: Uncured Epoxy May Cause Early Failure

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Recalling firmCardiac Assist, Inc240 Alpha Dr, N/A · Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2906

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What happened, in plain English

Cardiac Assist is recalling LifeSPARC Pumps that may contain uncured epoxy from manufacturing, which could cause early pump failure. This affects specific part numbers and kit models sold since 2020. If you own one of these models, contact the company for a replacement.

Why it’s dangerous

Uncured epoxy in the pump during manufacturing could lead to early pump failure. This might happen if the epoxy doesn't fully cure, causing the pump to stop working prematurely.

Who’s affected

Patients using the LifeSPARC Pump for cardiac assistance are most at risk. The recall applies to specific part numbers and kit models sold between 2020 and 2022.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for part number 5800-0000 in the LifeSPARC Pump or kit model numbers 5830-2916 and 5840-2417. These were sold between 2020 and 2022.

Brand
Cardiac Assist
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for part number 5800-0000 on the pump or kit model numbers 5830-2916 and 5840-2417.

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Questions people ask

What part numbers are affected?

Part number 5800-0000 for the LifeSPARC Pump and kit models 5830-2916 and 5840-2417.

When were these products sold?

Sold between 2020 and 2022.

What should I do if I have the affected product?

Contact Cardiac Assist for a replacement or repair as the recall remedy is not specified in the record.

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Subject: Recall Z-2465-2023 — Cardiac Assist Cardiac Assist

Hello,

I own a Cardiac Assist that is covered by recall Z-2465-2023 from Cardiac Assist.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2465-2023 (June 30, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2465-2023 to see it in context.
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