Medtronic recalls wireless recharger model WR9200 (included in RS6200 Recharger Kit for Activa RC 37612) that becomes unresponsive if charging steps aren't followed. No immediate safety risk but requires attention to prevent device malfunction.
The wireless rechargers (WR; WR9200 and WR9220; included in the Recharger Kits) become unresponsive if the charging steps, indicated in the Recharger Patient User Guide, are not followed.
Medtronic is recalling wireless rechargers (WR9200) included in the RS6200 Recharger Kit for Activa RC (Model 37612) implants. These rechargers become unresponsive if the charging steps in the patient guide aren't followed, which could lead to device malfunction.
The wireless recharger becomes unresponsive if the charging steps in the patient guide aren't followed. This could cause the device to malfunction, but does not pose an immediate risk of injury or death.
Patients with Activa RC (Model 37612) implantable neurostimulators who use the RS6200 Recharger Kit with WR9200 wireless rechargers. Those who follow charging steps correctly are least at risk.
Check if your Activa RC (Model 37612) implantable neurostimulator comes with the RS6200 Recharger Kit containing a WR9200 wireless recharger. The unique device identifier (UDI) is 00763000185152.
Review the patient guide for the correct charging steps to ensure the recharger remains responsive.
No immediate safety risk, but the recharger may become unresponsive if charging steps aren't followed, potentially causing device malfunction.
Follow the charging steps in the patient guide to restore responsiveness; the recall does not require immediate action beyond proper use.
Check if your Activa RC (Model 37612) implantable neurostimulator comes with the RS6200 Recharger Kit containing a WR9200 wireless recharger (UDI 00763000185152).
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Subject: Recall Z-0294-2022 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-0294-2022 from Medtronic. 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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