FDA Recall Open, Classified

Aurora EV-ICD and Clinical EV-ICD, single chamber, extravascular implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD), Product Number DVEA3E4

Recall: Z-0726-2026 · Initiated October 29, 2025

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0726-2026
Event Number
97910
Firm
Medtronic, Inc.
FEI Number
2182208
Product Code
LWS
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Software design
Initiated
October 29, 2025
Posted
November 28, 2025
Address
8200 Coral Sea St Ne, Mounds View, MN, 55112-4391

Description

Aurora EV-ICD and Clinical EV-ICD, single chamber, extravascular implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD), Product Number DVEA3E4

Reason

There is a potential for delayed time to high-voltage (HV) therapy should a rare sequence of events occur.

Action

An URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notification letter dated October 2025 was sent to customers. PATIENT MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PREVIOUSLY DISTRIBUTED DEVICES: Medtronic acknowledges that each patient requires unique clinical considerations. Based on internal investigation and consultation with our Independent Physician Quality Panel, Medtronic provides the following guidance: "Prophylactic device replacement is NOT recommended. "Schedule an in-clinic SmartSync interrogation to receive the software update, with the intent for all patients to receive theupdate within the next 3-6 months. For patients remotely followed via CareLink, your Medtronic representative can provide a report to assist with identifying patients that require this in-person update. You may contact your local representative to obtain an updated copy of the report at any time. CUSTOMER ACTIONS: "Ensure your SmartSync application is updated to include the Aurora EV-ICD Application. Contact your Medtronic representative if assistance is needed. "Please complete the enclosed Confirmation Form, following review of this letter, and email [email protected] to confirm receipt of this notification. "Please forward this notice to everyone within your organization who needs to be aware and to locations where thesedevices could be followed if they are outside of your organization. If you have questions regarding this communication, please contact your Medtronic Representative.

Distribution

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution.

Quantity

6591 units