Medtronic recalls specific Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) that may prevent high and low voltage therapy, risking heart rhythm issues.
Possible prevention of high and low voltage therapy in Medtronic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator (CRT-D).
Medtronic is recalling certain Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) that could prevent proper heart rhythm therapy. This may lead to life-threatening heart issues if the device fails to function correctly.
These devices may prevent high and low voltage therapy needed to treat dangerous heart rhythms. If the device fails to deliver therapy, it could lead to life-threatening heart issues.
Patients with Medtronic ICDs labeled as Visia AF MRI VR SureScan ICD DF1 or DF4 models are affected. Those with the specific serial numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check for the product labels: Visia AF MRI VR SureScan ICD DF1 (Product No. DVFB1D1) or DF4 (Product No. DVFB1D4). Look for the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for the product label and serial numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your device is affected.
Visia AF MRI VR SureScan ICD DF1 (Product No. DVFB1D1) and DF4 (Product No. DVFB1D4) models with specific serial numbers listed in the recall.
Check the device label for the product name and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0588-2018 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-0588-2018 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.
