Arrow AutoCAT2WAVE IABP: Short Battery Run Times Risk

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Recalling firmARROW INTERNATIONAL Inc.3015 Carrington Mill Blvd, N/A · Morrisville, NC 27560-5437

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling certain AutoCAT2WAVE IABP cardiac pumps due to potential short battery run times. This could lead to the pump failing during use, which is critical for patients with heart conditions.

Why it’s dangerous

The pump's battery may run out faster than expected, potentially causing the device to stop working during critical medical procedures. This could lead to complications for patients with heart conditions who rely on the pump.

Who’s affected

Patients using the recalled cardiac pumps are most at risk. Healthcare providers who use these devices in medical settings may also be affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for serial numbers starting with (01) 0 0801902 09216 8 or (01) 3 0801902 09216 9 on the pump's label. The product was sold with specific lot numbers as listed in the recall notice.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Serial Number
Look for serial numbers starting with (01) 0 0801902 09216 8 or (01) 3 0801902 09216 9 on the pump's label.

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Questions people ask

Why is this pump being recalled?

The recall is due to potential short battery run times on the affected intra-aortic balloon pumps, which could cause the device to stop working during use.

How can I tell if my pump is affected?

Check for serial numbers starting with (01) 0 0801902 09216 8 or (01) 3 0801902 09216 9 on the pump's label.

What should I do if I have the affected pump?

Contact Arrow directly for further instructions on how to handle the affected pump.

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Subject: Recall Z-0448-2023 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-0448-2023 from Arrow.

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-0448-2023 (October 17, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0448-2023 to see it in context.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 18, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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ARROW INTERNATIONAL Inc. recalls Arrow AutoCAT2WAVE Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Arrow AutoCAT2WAVE IABP, REF IAP-0500E (IPN000322), cardiac pump

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