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Eterna™ 32400Recalls & reported problems

St. Jude Medical, Inc. · Implantable Pulse Generator · Class 3 · Implant

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

Quick summary

This St. Jude Medical Eterna is an implanted spinal cord stimulator. Its 1,535 reports describe many cases of pain at the device site and poor pain relief, and some mention wireless communication problems or the device moving out of place. The reports mention 5 deaths and 1,520 injuries. There is 1 recall, still open, which started in October 2025 and concerns some devices losing communication with the clinician programmer.

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Adverse event reports
1,547
Deaths reported
5
Injuries reported
1,532
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 1,547 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 05415067040763), received between Apr 4, 2023 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 5 deaths, 1,532 injuries, 9 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Wireless Communication Problem” (289 reports).

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

13 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (P010032); 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. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 16 reportsDec 2023: 20 reportsJan 2024: 20 reportsFeb 2024: 22 reportsMar 2024: 33 reportsApr 2024: 41 reportsMay 2024: 38 reportsJun 2024: 29 reportsJul 2024: 28 reportsAug 2024: 38 reportsSep 2024: 31 reportsOct 2024: 49 reportsNov 2024: 50 reportsDec 2024: 42 reportsJan 2025: 32 reportsFeb 2025: 36 reportsMar 2025: 52 reportsApr 2025: 26 reportsMay 2025: 68 reportsJun 2025: 68 reportsJul 2025: 66 reportsAug 2025: 64 reportsSep 2025: 27 reportsOct 2025: 47 reportsNov 2025: 75 reportsDec 2025: 76 reportsJan 2026: 63 reportsFeb 2026: 65 reportsMar 2026: 66 reportsApr 2026: 43 reportsMay 2026: 36 reportsJun 2026: 17 reportsJul 2026: 32 reportsAug 2026: 20 reportsSep 2026: 57 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports20242025202676
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. Oct 6, 2025Open, Classified

    There is a potential issue affecting Eterna Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) Implantable Pulse Generators (IPGs), Model 32400 and Liberta RC Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generators (IPGs), Model 62400 . These devicess may experience a loss of communication with the Clinician Programmer (CP) and/or the Patient Controller (PC).

    Z-0458-2026 · Root cause: Process control · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem854
  • Wireless Communication Problem289
  • Migration180
  • Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method71
  • Insufficient Device Problem Information59
  • Temperature Problem36
  • No Apparent Adverse Event24
  • Premature Discharge of Battery18

Patient problems

  • Implant Pain552
  • Inadequate Pain Relief299
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions234
  • Post Operative Wound Infection218
  • Unspecified Infection82
  • Insufficient Information59
  • Wound Dehiscence57
  • Failure of Implant52

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 1,547 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • InjurySep 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Post Operative Wound Infection

    MAUDE report 50952816 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Insufficient Device Problem Information

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50952559 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Post Operative Wound Infection

    MAUDE report 50951761 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Wound Dehiscence

    MAUDE report 50950019 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: Inadequate Pain Relief

    MAUDE report 50948557 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Fluid Discharge; Post Operative Wound Infection

    MAUDE report 50947738 ↗
  • InjurySep 29, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient's IPG site opened and the system was protruding. As a result, surgical intervention was undertaken on (b)(6) 2026 wherein the system was explanted to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Erosion

    MAUDE report 50937949 ↗
  • InjurySep 29, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that the patient is unable to charge their IPG. As a result, surgical intervention may be undertaken in the future.

    Patient problems: Inadequate Pain Relief

    MAUDE report 50936627 ↗
  • InjurySep 29, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported the patient experienced pain at the IPG site. Surgical intervention was undertaken wherein the IPG was relocated and replaced to resolve the issue.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50936237 ↗
  • InjurySep 29, 2026Inappropriate/Inadequate Shock/Stimulation

    It was reported the patient experienced shocking. As a result, the IPG was explanted to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Undesired Nerve Stimulation

    MAUDE report 50932250 ↗
  • InjurySep 28, 2026Migration

    It was reported the IPG was moving in the pocket site causing discomfort. Surgical intervention took place wherein the IPG was explanted, replaced and relocated to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50917554 ↗
  • OtherSep 28, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient experienced pain at the IPG site. As a result, surgical intervention was undertaken on (b)(6) 2026 wherein the IPG was repositioned to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50917003 ↗
  • InjurySep 25, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50902460 ↗
  • InjurySep 25, 2026Premature Discharge of Battery

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50900381 ↗
  • InjurySep 25, 2026Migration

    It was reported that following recent weight loss, the patient experienced migration of the IPG. As a result, surgical intervention may be undertaken to address the issue.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50899896 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50892226 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    Patient problems: Post Operative Wound Infection

    MAUDE report 50892175 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026High impedance

    It was reported that the patient experienced ineffective therapy. Diagnostics revealed both leads were fully impeded. Reprogramming has been unable to resolve the issue. As a result, surgical intervention may be undertaken to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Inadequate Pain Relief

    MAUDE report 50888960 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient experienced pain at the IPG implant site. Surgical intervention was undertaken on (b)(6) 2026, where the IPG was repositioned to a different location. Therapy was restored post operatively.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50888942 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient experienced pain at the IPG site. As a result, surgical intervention may be undertaken to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50884381 ↗
  • InjurySep 24, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported the patient experienced an infection and the IPG site as well as unable to enter MRI mode due to impedances. Infection was treated with oral antibiotics. Surgical intervention took place wherein the IPG was explanted, replaced and relocated. The lead was also explanted and replaced to address the issue.

    Patient problems: Unspecified Infection

    MAUDE report 50883302 ↗
  • InjurySep 22, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: Inadequate Pain Relief

    MAUDE report 50860761 ↗
  • InjurySep 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient's IPG site incision opened. As a result, surgical intervention was undertaken on (b)(6) 2026 wherein the IPG was replaced to address the issue. Therapy was restored post-operatively.

    Patient problems: Wound Dehiscence

    MAUDE report 50860336 ↗
  • InjurySep 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient experienced pain at the IPG site. As a result, surgical intervention was undertaken on (b)(6) 2026 wherein the IPG was replaced to address the issue. Therapy was restored post-operatively.

    Patient problems: Implant Pain

    MAUDE report 50860216 ↗
  • InjurySep 22, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    It was reported that the patient developed an infection. As a result, the SCS system was removed. Date of removal is not known.

    Patient problems: Post Operative Wound Infection

    MAUDE report 50857892 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under P010032. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

  • Z-2505-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Proclaim XR 5 Implantable Pulse Genterator REF 3660 (previously known as Proclaim" 5 Elite IPG) Model 3660 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electr
  • Z-2511-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Infinity 7 Implantable Pulse Generator REF 6662 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or more extensio
  • Z-2510-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Infinity 5 Implantable Pulse Generator REF 6660 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or more extensio
  • Z-2509-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Proclaim DRG Implantable Pulse Generator REF 3664 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or more extens
  • Z-2507-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Proclaim Plus 5 Implantable Pulse Generator REF 3670 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or more ext
  • Z-2506-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Proclaim" XR 7 Implantable Pulse Generator REF 3662 (previously known as Proclaim" 7 Elite IPG) Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device
  • Z-2508-2023 · Jul 18, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Proclaim Plus 7 Implantable Pulse Generator REF 3672 Product Description: The implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or more ext
  • Z-2692-2017 · Jun 2, 2017 · Terminated
    Proclaim 7 Elite, Implantable Pulse Generator, REF 3662, Rx only, STERILE EO Product Usage: The Proclaim implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be c
  • Z-2691-2017 · Jun 2, 2017 · Terminated
    Proclaim 5 Elite, implantable Pulse Generator, REF 3660, Rx only, STERILE EO Product Usage: The Proclaim implantable pulse generator (IPG) is an electronic device designed to be c
  • Z-1785-2013 · Nov 30, 2012 · Terminated
    Eon and Eon Mini charging system, model numbers Eon -3701 (Wall Charger), 3711 (Portable Charger) and Eon Mini -3721 (Charger); This is a continuation of the firm's July 2012 reca
  • Z-0025-2013 · Sep 4, 2012 · Terminated
    The Eon Mini Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) is a 16-channel, rechargeable, multi-program system that allows the connection of one or two leads with four, eight, and 16 electrode
  • Z-1738-2013 · Jul 26, 2012 · Terminated
    Eon - 3701 (Wall Charger) and 3711 (Portable Charger). Product Usage: Eon: Eon system is indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or li
  • Z-3091-2011 · Jun 2, 2009 · Terminated
    Software version 3.3 for Rapid Programmer devices, Model 3832. Software version 3.3 for Rapid Programmer devices, a personal digital assistant (PDA) based programmer supporting im

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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.