Thoratec recalls CentriMag Motor Model 102956 due to reports of motor stopping from wire breaks or short circuits. Affected units have serial numbers until design change.
Reports of circulatory support system motor stopping. Motor stop can be attributed to a break of a wire or short circuit between wires within the electrical cable where the cable exits the motor cable bend protection.
Thoratec is recalling a specific motor component used in blood pumping systems because it can stop working due to wire damage. This could lead to circulation issues if the motor fails during use.
The motor can stop working if a wire inside the electrical cable breaks or short circuits at the point where the cable bends. This could disrupt blood circulation support during use.
Patients using the CentriMag Blood Pumping System or PediMag Blood Pumping System with the recalled motor are affected. Those with the motor's serial number until the design change is implemented are most at risk.
Check if your CentriMag Blood Pumping System or PediMag Blood Pumping System uses the motor model 102956. Affected units have serial numbers until the design change is implemented.
Look for the serial number on the motor to confirm it falls within the affected range until the design change is implemented.
Reach out to Thoratec for guidance on next steps if your motor is affected.
Reports of the motor stopping due to wire breaks or short circuits at the cable bend point.
Check the motor's serial number to see if it's affected, then contact Thoratec for guidance.
The recall record does not specify a deadline for action.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Thoratec to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0103-2019 — Thoratec Thoratec Hello, I own a Thoratec that is covered by recall Z-0103-2019 from Thoratec. 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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