Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

SenTiva Recalled by LivaNova USA, Inc. Due to Vagus nerve stimulator generators may stop delivering stimulation...

Date: December 12, 2024
Company: LivaNova USA, 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 LivaNova USA, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

SenTiva, REF: 1000; SenTiva Duo, REF: 1000-D; Generators Part of the VNS Therapy System. Used for Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS).

Quantity: 81,606

Why Was This Recalled?

Vagus nerve stimulator generators may stop delivering stimulation due to an internal, mechanically activated component that may become stuck in a closed position, which may result in patients returning to baseline seizure frequency or depressive symptoms and in the longer term, patients may be required to undergo generator replacement surgery to replace their device.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 41 states: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI

Affected (41 states)Not affected

About LivaNova USA, Inc.

LivaNova USA, Inc. has 5 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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