Thoratec Switzerland GMBH Technoparkstrasse 1 Zurich Switzerland CentriMag Acute Circulatory Support System Motor, U.S. Model 102956 and OUS Model 201-10002, a component of the CentriMag Extracorporeal Blood Pumping System. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
CentriMag Acute Circulatory Support System Motor, U.S. Model 102956 and OUS Model 201-10002, a component of the CentriMag Extracorporeal Blood Pumping System.
Brand
Thoratec Switzerland GMBH Technoparkstrasse 1 Zurich Switzerland
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
U.S. Model 102956 UDI: 07640135140078. Motor serial numbers between L05333-0001 and L06608-0024
Products Sold
U.S. Model 102956 UDI: 07640135140078. Motor serial numbers between L05333-0001 and L06608-0024
Thoratec Switzerland GMBH Technoparkstrasse 1 Zurich Switzerland is recalling CentriMag Acute Circulatory Support System Motor, U.S. Model 102956 and OUS Model 201-10002, a compo due to Reports have been received of the CentriMag Systems experiencing motor and pump issues resulting from electromagnetic interference (EMI).. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Reports have been received of the CentriMag Systems experiencing motor and pump issues resulting from electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
A recall letter dated August 22, 2019 was issued on Abbott letterhead and was delivered by field representative visits beginning August 22, 2019 for the U.S. consignees. Foreign consignees were notified with a letter dated August 22, 2019 containing the same content but OUS model numbers and OUS contact information. Depending on the requirements by the local regulator, the letters may have been delivered by a field representative or via certified mail. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026