MAUDE Adverse Event Report: MEDTRONIC, INC. CARELINK PROGRAMMER; PROGRAMMER, PACEMAKER

Model Number	2090
Medical Device Problem Codes	Computer Software Problem (1112); Display or Visual Feedback Problem (1184); Computer Operating System Problem (2898); Noise, Audible (3273)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/20/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Product analysis: analysis was able to confirm that the programmer demonstrated autonomous cursor movement and was unable to control the cursor, causing it to freeze and begin to beep.It was also noted that the programmer failed the finger touch test for cursor misalignment.The power supply was noisy.An electromagnetic interference repair was performed to fix the screen issues and the software was reinstalled and updated to the latest version.All found defective parts were replaced and all other identified issues were resolved.The programmer then passed all final functional tests.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the programmer demonstrated autonomous cursor movement and was unable to control the cursor, causing it to freeze and begin to beep.Troubleshooting steps were taken, including turning the device off and then on again, and an error message was displayed.It was noted that further troubleshooting steps were taken, including switching to another programmer, which functioned properly.There was no patient involvement.

• Brand Name: CARELINK PROGRAMMER
• Common Device Name: PROGRAMMER, PACEMAKER
• Manufacturer (Section D): MEDTRONIC, INC.; 8200 coral sea street ne; mounds view MN 55112
• Manufacturer (Section G): MEDTRONIC, INC.; 8200 coral sea street ne; mounds view MN 55112
• Manufacturer Contact: gerard torenvliet ; 8200 coral sea st ne; mounds view, MN 55112-4391 ; 7635269277
• MDR Report Key: 24630610
• Report Number: 2182208-2026-10046
• Device Sequence Number: 8697599
• Product Code: KRG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00613994175397
• UDI-Public: (01)00613994175397(11)020326
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MN
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: P890003
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Remedial Action: Recall
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 03/18/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Other
• Device Model Number: 2090
• Device Catalogue Number: 2090
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/08/2026
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/20/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/18/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/26/2002
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Reuse
• If action reported to FDA under 21 USC 360i(g), list FDA-assigned Recall Number or include a statement: 2182208-071724-002-R
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown