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Medtronic CareLink SmartSync Device Manager, Model Number… recallZ-2169-2025 · Medtronic, Inc. · initiated Jun 18, 2025

Open, Classified

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Medtronic, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

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Why it was recalled

In prior SmartSync application versions, the Abort button stopped the test that was selected. During an induction test, there was a limited window of time for the user to abort a therapy, thereby limiting the user's ability to cancel a high voltage therapy delivery.

FDA root cause category: Software design

What the company is doing

An URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION NOTIFICATION letter dated 6/18/25 was sent to customers. Customer Actions: "Update SmartSync (to version 4.2.3 or higher). Refer to release notes provided by your local Medtronicrepresentative for update instructions. If needed, Medtronic representatives are available to work with you toinstall or update the SmartSync application(s) on your tablet. See Appendix for instructions on how to verify thesoftware update is complete. "Sign and return the enclosed confirmation form and share this notice with those who need to be aware withinyour organization or with any organization where SmartSync may be in use. Questions regarding this informationshould be directed to the local Medtronic Representative or Medtronic Programmer Technical Services at 800-638-1991, Option 1.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2169-2025
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Jun 18, 2025
Posted by the FDA
Jul 23, 2025
Recalling firm
Medtronic, Inc.
Quantity
22091 total devices
Product code
NVZ
FDA submissions
P890003
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.

Product description

Medtronic CareLink SmartSync Device Manager, Model Number 24967A with the following software components: 1. Cobalt Crome application, Software Model Number D00U005; 2. Claria Amplia Compia application, Software Model Number D00U009; 3. Evera MRI application, Software Model Number D00U010; 3. Visia AF application, Software Model Number D00U011; 5. Viva Brava Evera application, Software Model Number D00U012;

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

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1. Software Model Number, D00U003, GTIN 00763000002039, Updated Software Version 6.5.5; 2. Software Model Number, D00U004, GTIN 00763000002046, Updated Software Version 6.5.5; 3. Software Model Number, D00U005, GTIN 00763000002053, Updated Software Version 9.5.2; 4. Software Model Number, D00U006, GTIN 00763000397852, Updated Software Version 4.4.6; 5. Software Model Number, D00U007, GTIN 00763000397869, Updated Software Version 4.4.6; 6. Software Model Number, D00U008, GTIN 00763000397876, Updated Software Version 3.5.5; 7. Software Model Number, D00U009, GTIN 00763000397883, Updated Software Version 3.4.2; 8. Software Model Number, D00U010, GTIN 00763000397890, Updated Software Version 3.4.2; 9. Software Model Number, D00U011, GTIN 00763000397906, Updated Software Version 3.4.2; 10. Software Model Number, D00U012, GTIN 00763000397913, Updated Software Version 3.4.2; 11. Software Model Number, D00U022, GTIN 00763000544300, Updated Software Version 3.7.5.

Devices named in this recall

2 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

83 devices cleared under P890003 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 97130).

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