St. Jude Medical Merlin.net MN50: Software Update Risk

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Recalling firmSt. Jude Medical, Cardiac Rhythm Management Division15900 Valley View Ct, N/A · Sylmar, CA 91342-3577

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What happened, in plain English

St. Jude Medical is recalling Merlin.net model MN5000 software version v11.7. This software update could pose risks during medical device programming, requiring users to take action.

Why it’s dangerous

The software is designed to program medical implants but may have issues that could lead to incorrect device settings. This could affect device function and patient safety during medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Medical device users with the Merlin.net MN5000 software version v11.7 are affected. Patients with implantable medical devices may be at risk if the software is used improperly.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Merlin.net software version v11.7 (MN5000 v7.8.rev6) on your device. The UDI/DI code 05414734509732 identifies affected units.

Brand
St. Jude Medical
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Software Version
Verify your Merlin.net software version is v11.7 (MN5000 v7.8.rev6) or the UDI/DI code 05414734509732.

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Questions people ask

What software version is affected?

The affected software version is Merlin.net v11.7 (MN5000 v7.8.rev6).

How can I check if my device is affected?

Check for the UDI/DI code 05414734509732 or software version v11.7 (MN5000 v7.8.rev6).

What should I do if I have the affected software?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact St. Jude Medical for guidance.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send St. Jude Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-1497-2022 — St. Jude Medical St. Jude Medical

Hello,

I own a St. Jude Medical that is covered by recall Z-1497-2022 from St. Jude 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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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-1497-2022 (June 17, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1497-2022 to see it in context.
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St. Jude Medical, Cardiac Rhythm Management Division recalls Merlin.net model MN5000 Software

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