Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Abiomed 14Fr Low Profile Introducer Set Recalled by Abiomed, Inc. Due to There was one complaint that the sidearm of...

Date: May 26, 2023
Company: Abiomed, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Abiomed, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Abiomed 14Fr Low Profile Introducer Set, Product Number 1000457

Quantity: 37 units

Why Was This Recalled?

There was one complaint that the sidearm of the device detached during explant of a pump. When the sidearms are subjected to heat, humidity and articulation, a silicone oil contaminant that was unintentionally introduced during manufacturing at the joint between the sidearm and the hub may cause the joint to detach.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Abiomed, Inc.

Abiomed, Inc. has 56 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report