| | Class 1 Device Recall HeartMate Mobile Power Unit (MPU) Power Cord |  |
| Date Initiated by Firm | June 23, 2025 |
| Date Posted | August 13, 2025 |
| Recall Status1 |
Open3, Classified |
| Recall Number | Z-2290-2025 |
| Recall Event ID |
97256 |
| PMA Number | P160054 P060040 |
| Product Classification |
Ventricular (assist) bypass - Product Code DSQ
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| Product | Brand Name: HeartMate
Product Name: Mobile Power Unit, AC Power Cord
Model/Catalog Number: 107760
Software Version: N/A
Product Description: The HeartMate 3" Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) is a set of equipment and materials that together comprise a medical device designed to provide therapeutic benefit to those affected with advanced heart failure. In service, the LVAS assumes some or all of the workload of the left ventricle, thereby restoring the patient's systemic perfusion while palliating the underlying pathology. The LVAS features a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), a blood pump intended for long-term implantation in such patients, an extracorporeal Controller, plus all of the features, controls, attachments, interfaces, power sources, supporting equipment, labeling, and tools required to achieve the desired therapeutic benefit.
The HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System is an axial-flow, rotary ventricular assist system that generates flows up to 10 liters per minute (lpm). One end of the Left Ventricular Assist Device is attached to the apex of the left ventricle; the other end of the device connects to the ascending aorta. The Left Ventricular Assist Device diverts blood from the weakened left ventricle and propels it to the aorta. A small external computer, the System Controller, monitors system operation. A driveline, which passes through the patient s abdomen, connects the implanted pump to the System Controller. The system is powered by a Power Module or Mobile Power Unit (MPU) that is connected to an AC electrical outlet, or by two HeartMate 14 Volt Lithium-Ion batteries.
The LVAS may be used in any of two configurations. First, line power may be utilized through the Power Module or the Mobile Power Unit (MPU) to run the LVAD indefinitely, convenient for sedentary or sleeping periods. Second, portable Battery power may be utilized for limited periods, convenient for active periods.
The MPU AC power cord is distributed either as part of the complete MPU device package or as a standalone accessory.
(Labeling - Attachments E1 to E6)
Component: Yes, the AC Power Cord is a component of the Mobile Power Unit |
| Code Information |
Lot Code: US Model No 107760; UDI-DI 05415067038258, For Lot Numbers, see Attachment F.
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Thoratec LLC 6035 Stoneridge Dr Pleasanton CA 94588-3270
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| For Additional Information Contact | Ms. Shelley Lange 1-612-3463514 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | Due to misaligned V-Lock feature on the Mobile Power Unit power cords, which prevents the locking mechanism from properly engaging with the Mobile Power Unit and may cause unintended disconnect. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Vendor change control |
| Action | Customer advisory letters dated June 23, 2025, will be hand delivered and by email to all impacted consignees. The customer advisory letters will be posted on the Abbott Product Advisory website for further visibility. As stated in the customer letter, affected AC Power Cords from US and OUS consignees and patient units that are experiencing connection issues will be returned and replaced. Instruction to Customers: Refer to "User Action Requested" section in attached customer letter for instructions to consignees. (Attachment D1, D2, and D3) |
| Quantity in Commerce | 53 |
| Distribution | Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and the countries of Canada, Japan. |
| Total Product Life Cycle | TPLC Device Report |
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls. 2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall. 3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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| PMA Database | PMAs with Product Code = DSQ
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