Recall Z-1771-2026 ยท NKE Pulse Generator, Pacemaker, Implantable, With Cardiac Resynchronization (Crt-P)
Boston Scientific Corporation
Boston Scientific Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT)labeled as: 1. VALITUDE CRT-P EL, Model Number U125; 2. VALITUDE CRT-P EL MRI, Model Number U128; 3. VISIONIST CRT-P EL, Model Number U225; 4. VISIONIST CRT-P EL, Model Number U226; 5. VISIONIST CRT-P EL MRI, Model Number U228.
| Date | Apr 24, 2026 (initiated Mar 19, 2026) |
| Status | Open, Classified |
| Reason | Updated software, Brady software maintenance release 6 (SMR6), is now available for the ACCOLADE" family of pacemakers and cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers (CRT-Ps)1 and the advisory population is expanding to include all CRT-P and dual-chamber extended life (DR-EL) devices. Dual chamber modes are specifically indicated for treatment of the following: " Conduction disorders that require restoration of AV synchrony, including varying degrees of AV block " VVI intolerance (i.e., pacemaker syndrome) in the presence of persistent sinus rhythm " Low cardiac output or congestive |
| Root cause | Nonconforming Material/Component |
| Action | Boston Scientific issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction notice to physicians, hospitals, and patients on 3/19/2026 via Federal Express or USPS certified mail. The notice explained the availability of the updated software, Brady Software maintenance release 6 (SMR6) for the ACCOLADE family of pacemakers and cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers (CRT-Ps), clinical and device longevity of the update, and recommendations for recommendations on the upgrade. In a separate notice, patients were advised to keep and attend all scheduled medical and device check appointments and talk to t |
| Quantity | 685,776 units |
| Distribution | worldwide |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
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