Arrow AutoCAT2 IABP Pump: 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 AutoCAT2 Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps due to potential short battery run times. This could lead to device failure during critical medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The affected pumps may run out of battery power unexpectedly during use. This could cause the device to stop working when it's needed for critical medical support.

Who’s affected

Patients using the recalled cardiac pumps for medical treatment. Those with specific model numbers and serial tags are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model AC3 IABP NA/AJLA with reference number IAP-0601 (IPN001109). Look for the UDI/DI codes: (01) 0 0801902 09118 5 or (01) 0 : 0801902 09118 6.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Questions people ask

Is this pump dangerous if it runs out of battery?

The recall states there's a potential issue with short battery run times, which could cause the pump to stop working unexpectedly during medical use.

How do I know if my pump is affected?

Check for the model AC3 IABP NA/AJLA with reference number IAP-0601 (IPN001109) and UDI/DI codes (01) 0 0801902 09118 5 or (01) 0 0801902 09118 6.

What should I do if I have this pump?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Arrow International directly for guidance.

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Subject: Recall Z-0435-2023 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-0435-2023 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-0435-2023 (October 17, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0435-2023 to see it in context.
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ARROW INTERNATIONAL Inc. recalls Arrow AutoCAT2 Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, AC3 IABP NA/AJLA, REF IAP-0601 (IPN001109), cardiac pump

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