Heartware HVAD Pump Implant Kit, Product (REF) Number 1104JP
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (other). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.
FDA Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2057-2020.
The Outflow Graft may be subject to tears and the Strain Relief screw may break during the pre-implant pump assembly and attachment to the HVAD Pump.
Corrective Action (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2057-2020.
Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Heartware, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.
Consumer Contact (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2057-2020.
Heartware, Inc.
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Heartware, Inc. Recall FAQ
Heartware, Inc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Heartware HVAD Pump Implant Kit, Product (REF) Number 1104JP. The notice was published on April 3, 2020 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 85 units are potentially affected.