Medtronic recalls Minimed 500 Remote Controls due to potential security risks with insulin pumps. Affected units may be vulnerable to unauthorized access.
There is a potential security vulnerability related to the use of the remote controller accessories with the insulin pumps.
Medtronic is recalling Minimed 500 Remote Controls that could be vulnerable to security risks when used with insulin pumps. This could allow unauthorized access to your insulin pump settings.
The remote controller has a security vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to insulin pump settings. This might let someone else change your insulin dosage without your knowledge.
People using the Minimed 500 Remote Control with MiniMed 508 Insulin Pumps. Those with diabetes who rely on these devices are most at risk.
Check for the Minimed 500 Remote Control (MMT-500, MMT-500RU, MMT-500RUS, etc.) with the MiniMed 508 Insulin Pump. All units have unique serial numbers.
Look for the serial number on the remote controller to confirm it's affected.
The recall is for a potential security vulnerability, not an immediate physical hazard. It could allow unauthorized access to insulin pump settings.
Check the serial number on the remote controller. Affected units are Minimed 500 Remote Controls (MMT-500, MMT-500RU, etc.) used with MiniMed 508 Insulin Pumps.
No, but you should check the serial number to confirm if it's affected. The recall doesn't require immediate action beyond verification.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0177-2020 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-0177-2020 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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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.
