Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 28910 |
| Brand Name: | Heartware - Ventricular Assist System (HVAD) |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Cleaning instructions for the Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery |
| 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: | The manufacturer is updating the cleaning instructions for the Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery. While performing a review of the IFU and PM it was identified that additional clarity was required around cleaning the Power Source Connectors (Controller AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery). The pins of the power source connectors are coated with a lubricant, that should not be removed as it is intended to help prevent unexpected power switching. Power switching can occur when there are transient interruptions to the electrical connection with the HVAD System power sources. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Instructions for use to be updated |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 31/1/2022 |
