Class I — Abiomed, Inc.
| Recalling firm | ABIOMED, INC. |
|---|---|
| Registered facility | View this company's 2 registered facilities → (openFDA recall records do not name a specific facility) |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Reason | A retrospective review identified that there are AIC units requiring specific hardware updates to address potential safety concerns. These hardware updates have been implemented through Abiomed s servicing process; therefore, AICs that have not received service are pending these updates. Issue 1: The proximity of the internal Video Graphics Array cable to the Digital Signal Processor chipset on the Impellatronic printed circuit assembly could potentially result in Electrostatic Discharge coupling into the Digital Signal Processor which may interrupt motor controls. Issue 2: There is a potential for the Compact Flash Memory Card dislodgement due to external applied forces, which could result in AIC startup failures and data logging issues. Issue 3: Improper routing of the fan wire within the AIC could lead to fan wire damage, which may result in console boot-up failure. Issue 4: Potential capacitor related issues on the Power Battery Manager, including the potential for the capacitors to cause pump stop, purge stop, and/or single fan fuse failures. |
| Product | Automated Impella Controller (AIC); Product Code: 0042-0000-US; |
| Quantity | 91 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CT, FL, LA, MA, MI, MO, MS, ND, NY, OH, PA, TX, WY and the countries of Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong, Italy, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, United Kingdom; |
| Initiated | 2026-04-20 |
| Classified | 2026-05-22 |
| Recall number | Z-2211-2026 |
| Initiation | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Source: U.S. FDA via openFDA (opens in a new tab) (device registration & enforcement). Data as of 2026-10-06. Verify this recall record at FDA → (opens in a new tab)
Cite this record
RegWarden. “Class I recall — Abiomed, Inc. (Z-2211-2026).” Compiled from U.S. FDA public records (openFDA; FDA Data Dashboard). Data as of 2026-10-06. https://regwarden.com/recall/98770/
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