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ACCOLADE™ MRI SR L310Recalls & reported problems

Boston Scientific Corporation · Pacemaker · Class 3 · Implant

Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.

Quick summary

This Boston Scientific Accolade pacemaker is an implanted heart device. Its 1,110 reports include 10 deaths and 731 injuries, and many describe premature battery discharge or infections. Reports rose to 146 in the last 12 months from 89 in the previous 12 months. One open recall, from August 2025, covers software meant to keep the pacemaker out of safety mode when battery impedance is high.

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Adverse event reports
1,130
Deaths reported
10
Injuries reported
729
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 1,130 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00802526559204), received between Jan 26, 2017 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 10 deaths, 729 injuries, 391 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Premature Discharge of Battery” (458 reports).

1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.

27 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (P150012); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 17 reportsDec 2023: 10 reportsJan 2024: 4 reportsFeb 2024: 11 reportsMar 2024: 4 reportsApr 2024: 10 reportsMay 2024: 10 reportsJun 2024: 10 reportsJul 2024: 6 reportsAug 2024: 10 reportsSep 2024: 9 reportsOct 2024: 8 reportsNov 2024: 7 reportsDec 2024: 7 reportsJan 2025: 9 reportsFeb 2025: 7 reportsMar 2025: 7 reportsApr 2025: 7 reportsMay 2025: 6 reportsJun 2025: 8 reportsJul 2025: 6 reportsAug 2025: 9 reportsSep 2025: 5 reportsOct 2025: 11 reportsNov 2025: 13 reportsDec 2025: 16 reportsJan 2026: 14 reportsFeb 2026: 19 reportsMar 2026: 11 reportsApr 2026: 20 reportsMay 2026: 16 reportsJun 2026: 18 reportsJul 2026: 15 reportsAug 2026: 6 reportsSep 2026: 18 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports20242025202620
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. Aug 20, 2025Class IOpen, Classified

    Software to enhance Safety Architecture is available and designed to prevent initiation of Safety Mode in an ambulatory setting due to a high battery impedance state for the ACCOLADE family of devices which includes ACCOLADE, PROPONENT, ESSENTIO, and ALTRUA 2 dual chamber (DR) standard life (SL) and DR extended life (EL) pacemakers; and VISIONIST and VALITUDE cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers (CRT-Ps).

    Z-0094-2026 · Root cause: Other · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Premature Discharge of Battery458
  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem256
  • Battery Problem136
  • Over-Sensing129
  • High impedance90
  • Signal Artifact/Noise73
  • Defective Device66
  • Pacing Problem65

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions612
  • Unspecified Infection199
  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient97
  • No Code Available85
  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient64
  • Sepsis48
  • Pocket Erosion29
  • No Patient Involvement24

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 1,130 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50950017 ↗
  • InjurySep 28, 2026Signal Artifact/Noise; Over-Sensing; Pacing Problem

    Patient problems: Bradycardia; Syncope/Fainting

    MAUDE report 50917016 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    It was reported that this pacemaker recorded a Code 1003, indicating the voltage is too low for the projected remaining capacity. A request was made to have data from this device analyzed. Data analysis identified potential high impedance within the battery. Continued monitoring was recommended. This device remains in service. No adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50893086 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings

    It was reported that the pacemaker had entered the safety mode. Device replacement was recommended. This device remains in service. No adverse patient effects were reported.Additional information was received indicating that this device was explanted and replaced. No additional adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50886502 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50831018 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Signal Artifact/Noise; Over-Sensing

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50829478 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Interrogation Problem

    It was reported that during a clinic visit, the health care professional (HCP) reported being unable to read this pacemaker device data on the programmer. The HCP called Technical Services (TS) for troubleshooting assistance. TS verified the correct programmer was in use and walked the HCP through troubleshooting and rebooting efforts. The troubleshooting efforts were unsuccessful due to programmer was unable to interrogate the device. TS discussed possible causes and advised the HCP to contact the local field representative for further troubleshooting assistance. No adverse patient effects were reported. At this time, the pacemaker and programmer remain in service.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50820617 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Use of Device Problem; Interrogation Problem

    It was reported that this pacemaker exhibited an alert message indicating that radio frequency (RF) telemetry was disabled. Analysis of device data was requested. Technical Services discussed that this was a false positive related to a software update and that all other device functions remain available. This pacemaker remains in service. No adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50789857 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    It was reported that this pacemaker recorded a Code 1003, indicating the voltage was too low for the projected remaining capacity. A request was made to have data from this device analyzed. Technical Services (TS) recommended continued monitoring until Radio Frequency (RF) telemetry is disabled or device replacement is performed due to the remaining battery longevity. The patient will continue to be monitored. This device remains in service. No adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50731230 ↗
  • InjurySep 8, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 50678894 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50677050 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50669231 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 4, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50602314 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 4, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50602299 ↗
  • InjurySep 4, 2026Failure to Capture; High impedance

    It was reported that this pacemaker system exhibited high out of range pacing impedance measurements and loss of capture (LOC). This pacemaker was explanted and successfully replaced. No additional adverse patient effects were reported. This device is expected to be returned for analysis.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50602215 ↗
  • InjurySep 4, 2026Insufficient Device Problem Information

    It was reported that this pacemaker was explanted due to unknown reasons. This pacemaker was successfully replaced, and no additional adverse patient effects were reported. This pacemaker has not been returned for analysis.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50602210 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 4, 2026Interrogation Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50602145 ↗
  • InjurySep 4, 2026Pacing Problem; Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings; Interrogation Problem

    It was reported that this pacemaker was unable to be interrogated and when it was examined, the pacemaker had entered Safety Mode. Additionally, some pauses on pacing delivery were reported. This pacemaker was subsequently explanted. A new pacemaker was implanted. No additional adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50601425 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Signal Artifact/Noise; Over-Sensing

    Patient problems: Discomfort

    MAUDE report 50410427 ↗
  • InjuryAug 24, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Insufficient Device Problem Information

    It was reported that this pacemaker was explanted due to lead anomaly. This pacemaker lead was replaced and was returned for analysis. No additional adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions; Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 50410425 ↗
  • InjuryAug 16, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings

    It was reported that this device was operating in Safety Mode. Technical Services (TS) was consulted and found an unknown code and submitted a request for an engineering analysis. TS recommended device replacement. The device was subsequently explanted, and a new device was successfully implanted. No additional adverse patient effects were reported. This device is no longer in service.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50266843 ↗
  • InjuryAug 11, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    It was reported that this pacemaker recorded a Code 1003 indicative of battery voltage too low for the projected remaining capacity. In addition, the device pacing was off. A request was made to have data from this device analyzed. This device remains in service. No adverse patient effects were reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50216512 ↗
  • InjuryAug 11, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that this pacemaker was part of a system revision due to infection. There was no additional adverse patient effects reported. The pacemaker was explanted.

    Patient problems: Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 50208511 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 6, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50161444 ↗
  • MalfunctionJul 31, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50099813 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under P150012. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

  • Z-1770-2026 · Mar 19, 2026 · Open, Classified
    Boston Scientific Pacemaker, Implantable Pulse Generator, Pacemaker (non- Cardiac Re-Synchronization Therapy) labeled as: 1. ESSENTIO SR SL, Model Number L100; 2. ESSENTIO DR SL
  • Z-0095-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    Model Number L111, ESSENTIO DR SL MRI Pacemaker
  • Z-0084-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    ACCOLADE DR EL MRI (Model L331)
  • Z-0089-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    Model Number L211 PROPONENT DR SL MRI Pacemaker
  • Z-0091-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    Model Number L231, PROPONENT DR EL MRI Pacemaker
  • Z-0081-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    ACCOLADE SR SL MRI (Model L310)
  • Z-0088-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    Model Number L210 PROPONENT SR SL Pacemaker
  • Z-0097-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    Model Number L131, ESSENTIO DR EL MRI Pacemaker
  • Z-0082-2026 · Aug 20, 2025 · Open, Classified
    ACCOLADE DR SL MRI (Model L311)
  • Z-0823-2025 · Dec 12, 2024 · Open, Classified
    PROPONENT DR Pacemaker, SL (Model Number L201), (VDD) SL (Model Number L209), SL MRI (Model Number L211), EL (Model Number L221), and EL MRI (Model Number L231).
  • Z-0822-2025 · Dec 12, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ACCOLADE DR Pacemaker, SL (Model Number L301), SL MRI (Model Number L311), EL (Model Number L321), and EL MRI (Model Number L331)
  • Z-0824-2025 · Dec 12, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ESSENTIO DR Pacemaker, SL (Model Number L101, SL MRI (Model Number L111), EL (Model Number L121), and EL MRI (Model Number L131)
  • Z-1998-2021 · Jun 3, 2021 · Open, Classified
    Essentio pacemaker, Models: a) L100 b) L101 c) L110 d) L111 e) L121 f) L131
  • Z-1999-2021 · Jun 3, 2021 · Open, Classified
    Proponent pacemaker, Models: a) L200 b) L201 c) L209 d) L210 e) L211 f) L221 g) L231
  • Z-2017-2021 · Jun 3, 2021 · Open, Classified
    VITALIO DR EL (pacemaker), Model Numbers: a) J274 b) J277 c) K274 (added 7/15/2021) d) K277 (added 7/15/2021) e) K284 (added 7/15/2021) f) K287 (added 7/15/2021)

…and 12 more.

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