Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 22951 |
| Brand Name: | Heartware - Ventricular Assist System (HVAD) |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Controller/ Controller Kits, DC Adapter, AC Adapter, Batter Pack |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Medtronic New Zealand Limited Unit 16 Mezzanine Level 5 Gloucester Park Road Onehunga AUCKLAND |
| Contact Information: | 0800 377 807 |
| Manufacturer: | HeartWare Inc |
| Issue: | It was identified that a transient interruption of the electrical connection between the HVAD System power source and the HVAD Controller can occur under 2 configurations that may result in unintended power switching to the secondary power source and/or unexpected audible tones. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Manufacturer to issue advice regarding use |
| Level of recall: | Healthcare Professional |
| Date Commenced: | 8/5/2018 |
