Class II U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Medtronic Neuromodulation Restore Clinician Programmer Application recall: Software issue where a Device Reset message displayed on the app was unable

Recall published 10 months ago

Software issue where a Device Reset message displayed on the app was unable to be cleared. In rare cases, this resulted in an inability to resume therapy, and the patient experienced a recurrence of underlying pain symptoms. Resolution would require surgical replacement of the INS.

The hazard: Device malfunction

A malfunction was identified in this device. What matters most is whether your particular unit falls inside the affected model, lot or serial range.

What the notice says: Software issue where a Device Reset message displayed on the app was unable to be cleared. In rare cases, this resulted in an inability to resume therapy, and the patient experienced a recurrence of underlying pain symptoms. Resolution would require surgical replacement of the INS.

Why it matters: The device may not perform as intended — a mechanical failure, a software defect, an inaccurate reading, or an alarm that does not sound. For a device someone depends on, the consequence of the failure is usually worse than the failure itself.

Symptoms and when to call a doctor

If the device supports a vital function, do not disable or remove it on your own judgement. Contact the clinician who prescribed or fitted it, and use the back-up arrangement they gave you. Go to an emergency department if the symptoms the device is meant to manage are getting worse, or if an implanted device gives an unexpected alarm or shock.

This page is general information, not medical advice. If you feel unwell, a clinician who can see you is the only person able to judge your case.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0996-2026
Published
December 31, 2025
Risk level
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Issued by
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Brand
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Product type
Medical devices
Units affected
7667 devices
Distribution
Nationwide
Made in
United States
Lot / code info
CP App: UDI-DI 00763000273668 all software versions prior to v.1.0.4489 are affected The implanted devices are not affected.
UPC codes
00763000273668

Products covered by this recall

Restore Clinician Programmer Application (CP App), Model A71100 used with the following programmers: CT900A PROG CT900A CLINICIAN TABLET US CT900B PROG CT900B CLINICIAN TABLET EU -UK CT900C PROG CT900C CLINICIAN TABLET UK CT900D PROG CT900D CLINICIAN TABLET GLOBAL CT900E PROG CT900E CLINICIAN TABLET GLBL SMSNG CT900F PROG CT900F CLINICIAN TABLET GLBL SMSNG

Check your product

The notice names 1 code you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

UPC / barcode

Read the twelve digits under the barcode on the package.

  • 00763000273668

Codes are lifted verbatim from the FDA — Device enforcement notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Malfunction

Medtronic Neuromodulation — A malfunction was identified in this device. What matters most is whether your particular unit falls inside the affected model, lot or serial range.

  1. Match the model, catalogue, lot and serial numbers on your device against the identifiers listed on this page.
  2. If the device is implanted, or you depend on it daily, speak to your clinician before changing anything about how you use it.
  3. Check whether the remedy is a software update, and if so confirm afterwards in the device menu that the version actually changed.
  4. If you are a clinic or facility, quarantine affected stock and record the correction in your recall log.

Who pays for a device recall

The manufacturer funds the remedy. The practical question is usually which link in the chain executes it.

  • If a clinic fitted or supplied the device, start there — they hold the serial-number records the manufacturer needs.
  • Ask for written confirmation that the remedy was applied to your serial number. That is what an insurer or a future clinician will want to see.
  • If you bought it yourself online or from a pharmacy, go to the manufacturer’s recall page rather than the retailer; device claims are handled centrally.
  • Where the remedy is a software update, there is nothing to claim, but do confirm the version changed afterwards.

Company contact: Medtronic Neuromodulation — 7000 Central Ave Ne, Minneapolis, MN, 55432-3568

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Medtronic Neuromodulation medical devices recalled?

Software issue where a Device Reset message displayed on the app was unable to be cleared. In rare cases, this resulted in an inability to resume therapy, and the patient experienced a recurrence of underlying pain symptoms. Resolution would require surgical replacement of the INS. Software issue where a Device Reset message displayed on the app was unable to be cleared. In rare cases, this resulted in an inability to resume therapy, and the patient experienced a recurrence of underlying pain symptoms. Resolution would require surgical replacement of the INS.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Match the codes printed on your package against the notice: UPC 00763000273668. If the code on your package is not on that list, your unit is outside the recall.

What should I do with it right now?

Match the model, catalogue, lot and serial numbers on your device against the identifiers listed on this page.

Can I get my money back?

If a clinic fitted or supplied the device, start there — they hold the serial-number records the manufacturer needs.

Where was the recalled product sold?

It was distributed nationwide.

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