Lower riskMedical device recall · FDA · Published January 17, 2019
Medtronic CareLink 2090 Programmer: Incorrect Remaining Longevity Display May Lead
Medtronic is recalling CareLink 2090 programmers with specific serial numbers due to an error in calculating and displaying the remaining time before the device should be replaced. This could cause users to replace their device too early or too late. Affected units include those with serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
There is an error in how the programmer calculates and displays the remaining longevity value during a period of time (up to 2 years) prior to the device reaching its Recommended Replacement Time (RRT).
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📍Recalling firmMedtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)8200 Coral Sea St Ne · Mounds View, MN 55112-4391
✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Medtronic is recalling CareLink 2090 programmers that incorrectly display the remaining time before the device needs replacement. This error could cause users to replace their device too early or too late, potentially affecting device performance or safety. The recall does not require immediate action but should be addressed to ensure proper device management. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/69102-medtronic-carelink-2090-programmer-incorrect-remaining-longevity-display-may-lead.
“Medtronic CareLink 2090 Programmer: Incorrect Remaining Longevity Display May Lead.” GovInfoNow, updated August 18, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/69102-medtronic-carelink-2090-programmer-incorrect-remaining-longevity-display-may-lead. Based on FDA recall #Z-0795-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0795-2019%22&limit=1).
The FDA has classified a voluntary recall initiated by Medtronic Inc. involving specific lots of implantable cardioverter defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization therapy devices.
How to tell if you have it
Medtronic Inc.
Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)
Class II
Voluntary: Firm initiated
The hazard
There is a rare potential for reduced- or no-energy output during high voltage (HV) therapy in these devices.
Context
Medtronic has 29 other recalls on record since December 19, 2017. Previous Medtronic recalls include issues with low energy output in Cobalt and Crome ICDs, sterility risks in C304-HIS devices, and software risks in the Vanta CP App.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the serial number on your CareLink 2090 programmer. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice, including those starting with '00613994175397' and other patterns.
Brand
Medtronic
Category
Medical device
FDA recall event · 2 products
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Distribution
US, Armenia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, India, Iran, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lebanon, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Syrian Arab Republic
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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0795-2019 (January 17, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0795-2019 to see it in context.
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