Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 28028 |
| Brand Name: | MITG - Pipeline Flex Embolization Device |
| Model: | Pipeline Flex Embolization devices (including Pipeline Flex with Shield Technology) |
| Affected: | This recall action is limited to specific production lots |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Medtronic New Zealand Limited Unit 16 Mezzanine Level 5 Gloucester Park Road Onehunga AUCKLAND |
| Contact Information: | 0800 377 807 |
| Manufacturer: | Micro Therapeutics Inc dba ev3 Neurovascular |
| Issue: | The manufacturer has received reports of serious injuries and deaths in connection with delivery pushwire fracture at the distal section of the Pipeline Flex™ delivery system during use. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 22/7/2021 |
