NA SC-4252Recalls & reported problems
Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation · 28cm Straw Tunneling Tool · Class 3 · Implant
- Adverse event reports
- 3
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 08714729784456), received between Oct 29, 2020 and Apr 28, 2026 — classified as 2 injuries, 1 malfunction.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Use of Device Problem” (2 reports).
21 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (P030017, P150031); 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
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Use of Device Problem2
- Delivered as Unsterile Product1
Patient problems
- No Code Available2
- Discomfort1
- Impaired Healing1
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
- Pain1
Recent adverse event reports
The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionApr 28, 2026Delivered as Unsterile Product
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING AN IMPLANT PROCEDURE, THIS TUNNELING TOOL PACKAGING WAS OPENED IN PREPARATION FOR USE AND A HAIR WAS NOTED TO BE PRESENT WITHIN THE STERILE PACKAGING. THE TUNNELING TOOL WAS NOT USED. THE TOOL AND PACKAGING WERE DISCARDED AND WERE NOT RETURNED FOR PHYSICAL ANALYSIS.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25017714 ↗InjuryNov 24, 2020Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A TRIAL PROCEDURE THE TUNNELING TOOL WAS NOT SHARP ENOUGH ON THE TOP. THE PATIENT WAS EXPERIENCING DISCOMFORT AND PAIN DUE TO THE SURGEONS EXTRA EFFORT DURING THE TUNNELING, AND AN EXTRA SUTURE WAS REQUIRED. THE PHYSICIAN FEELS THAT THE PATIENT HAD AN INCREASED RISK OF INFECTION DUE TO ADDING THE EXTRA SUTURE. THE PATIENT WAS ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL BEYOND STANDARD OF CARE. THE PROCEDURE WAS SUCCESSFUL AND THE PATIENT HAS FULLY RECOVERED.
Patient problems: Discomfort; No Code Available; Pain
MAUDE report 10891418 ↗InjuryOct 29, 2020Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem
IT WAS REPORTED BY THE PHYSICIAN THAT THE USE OF A SCALPEL WAS REQUIRED TO MAKE AN ADDITIONAL INCISION DURING THE IMPLANT PROCEDURE BECAUSE THE TUNNELING TOOL WAS NOT SHARP ENOUGH. THE PATIENT WAS HOSPITALIZED BEYOND THE STANDARD OF CARE FOLLOWING THE IMPLANT PROCEDURE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WAS RECEIVED THAT NO INTERVENTION WAS PROVIDED BY THE HOSPITAL.
Patient problems: Impaired Healing; No Code Available
MAUDE report 10759001 ↗
Recalls under the same FDA submission
These recalls involve devices cleared under P030017, P150031. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.
- Z-2879-2026 · Jun 17, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedINFINION CX LEAD KIT, 50CM, Model: SC-2317-50, Material: M365SC2317500; INFINION CX LEAD KIT, 70CM, Model: SC-2317-70, Material: M365SC2317700. part of the Boston Scientific Spin
- Z-2404-2026 · Apr 29, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedBoston Scientific Model SC-4318, Clik X Anchor REF: M365SC43180
- Z-2558-2025 · Jul 8, 2025 · Open, ClassifiedVercise Deep Brain Stimulation Systems Surgical Implant Manual, Document Number: 92328632-09
- Z-2340-2025 · Jul 8, 2025 · Open, ClassifiedBurr Hole Cover Kit, REF: M365DB4600C0; Burr Hole Cover Spares Kit, REF: M365DB4605C0. Components of Vercise Deep Stimulation System used with the Surgical Implant Manual
- Z-2617-2024 · Jul 17, 2024 · Open, ClassifiedWAVEWRITER ALPHA: Model: SC-1216, 16 IPG KIT, REF: M365SC12160; Model: SC-1232, 32 IPG KIT, REF: M365SC12320
- Z-1890-2024 · Apr 18, 2024 · Open, ClassifiedVercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator IPG: R16 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12160, and R32 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12320
- Z-2120-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedThirty-five (35) cm 8 Contact Extension Kit, part number M365SC3138350. Package Contents: Lead Extension Kit (1) Lead Extension (1) Hex Wrench (1) Tunneling Tool Assembly (1) Devic
- Z-2122-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedThe LinearTM 3-4 70 cm 8 Contact Lead Kit, part number M365SC2352700 is part of a spinal cord stimulation system for prescription use only as an aid in the management of chronic i
- Z-2124-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedFifty-five (55) cm 8 Contact Extension Kit, part number M365SC3138550 - Product Usage: Lead Extensions are designed to connect the percutaneous leads to the Implantable Pulse Gene
- Z-2123-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedPrecision TM M8 Adapter, 15 cm, part number M365SC9218150 - Product Usage: The adapter is part of a spinal cord stimulation system for prescription use only indicated as an aid in
- Z-2125-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedFifty-five (55) cm 8 Contact Extension Kit, part number M365NM3138550 - Product Usage: The Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) System is indicated for use in bilateral stimulation of the
- Z-2121-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedLinearTM 3-4 50 cm 8 Contact Lead Kit, part number M365SC2352500. Leads function as a component of Boston Scientific's Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) systems by delivering electric
- Z-2119-2020 · Apr 24, 2019 · TerminatedArtisanTM 70 cm 2 x 8 Surgical Lead Kit, part number M365SC8216700. 2 x 8 Surgical Paddle Lead Kit: (1) One Paddle Lead (4); Four Suture Sleeves; (2) Lead Position Labels, left
- Z-1409-2010 · Mar 19, 2010 · TerminatedBionic NAVIGATOR Clinician Programmer Model Number SC-7150-4
- Z-0271-2009 · Sep 22, 2008 · TerminatedPrecision Charger 1.0 (Model Number SC-5300) for the Precision Spinal Cord Stimulator System labeled as BIONICS SCS-CHARGING KIT CONTENTS Charger (1) Base Station (1) Belt Po
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.