medical MODERATE Updated 2026-06-24

Thoratec LLC recalls Brand Name: HeartMate Product Name: HeartMate 3 Left Ventri

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Recalled Product

Brand Name: HeartMate Product Name: HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular System (LVAS) Kits Model/Catalog Number: 106524US Software Version: N/A Product Description: The HeartMate 3" Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) is a set of equipment and materials that together comprise a medical device designed to provide therapeutic benefit to those affected with advanced heart failure. In service, the LVAS assumes some or all of the workload of the left ventricle, thereby restoring the patient's systemic perfusion while palliating the underlying pathology. The LVAS features a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), a blood pump intended for long-term implantation in such patients, an extracorporeal Controller, plus all of the features, controls, attachments, interfaces, power sources, supporting equipment, labeling, and tools required to achieve the desired therapeutic benefit. Component: No

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Hazard / Issue

Due to 11 volt Backup Battery failures.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Lot Code: Model Number: 106524US UDI/GTIN 05415067039323 Serial Numbers Distributed in US: See Attachment E for serial numbers distributed.

✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
  2. 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
  3. 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
  4. 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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