Thoratec LLC: Device Recall

Recall Details

Recall Number

Z-0507-2026

Classification

Class II

Product Type

Device

Recalling Firm

Thoratec LLC

Status

Ongoing

Date Initiated

10/09/2025

Location

Pleasanton, CA, United States

Voluntary/Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Product Quantity

248

Reason for Recall

Due to potential corrosion issues associated with the Backup Battery cable connector that may cause a Backup Battery Fault Alarm.

Product Description

Brand Name: HeartMate Product Name: HeartMate II¿ LVAS Implant Kit Model/Catalog Number: 106015, HeartMate II¿ LVAS Kit, with Pocket Controller, Sealed, US; 106016, HeartMate II¿ LVAS Kit, with Pocket Controller, Sealed, EU Software Version: N/A Product Description: The HeartMate II LVAS 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. Component: No

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and the countries of Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Martinique, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Palestine, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Reunion, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, UK, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan.

Other Recalls by Thoratec LLC

• Class II: Risk 10/10/2025
  Acute circulatory support system pump may not fit into the motor and reports received of the pump not being securely locked into the motor using the screw-in locking feature. Failure to properly lock the pump into motor my not cause pump not inserted alarm, and could lead to particulate, increased heat, anxiety, inconvenience, delay in hemodynamic/ECMO support, stroke, embolism, death.
• Class II: Risk 10/09/2025
  Due to potential corrosion issues associated with the Backup Battery cable connector that may cause a Backup Battery Fault Alarm.
• Class II: Risk 10/09/2025
  Due to potential corrosion issues associated with the Backup Battery cable connector that may cause a Backup Battery Fault Alarm.
• Class II: Risk 10/09/2025
  Due to potential corrosion issues associated with the Backup Battery cable connector that may cause a Backup Battery Fault Alarm.
• Class I: Dangerous 06/23/2025
  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.

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