This is part of a larger recall. The most authoritative record is FDA-Device / Z-2681-2026.
Abiomed Impella CP Introducer Kit recalled for potential sheath leakage
Abiomed Impella CP Introducer Kit recalled for sheath leakage risk
Abiomed has recalled the Impella CP Introducer Kit (14 Fr, 13 cm) due to a manufacturing defect that can cause fluid leakage from under the sheath cap and along the hub. The defect is not visible to users and affects introducers included in every pump set.
- If you have received or are using this introducer kit, contact Abiomed immediately for guidance on your specific unit.
- Do not use the device until you have confirmed with Abiomed that your batch is not affected or have received replacement instructions.
- Check the pump set code (0052-0038) and introducer product code (0052-3052) on your device to verify if it is part of this recall.
A potential for introducer sheath leakage from under the sheath cap and along the hub score lines, identified in 14Fr and 23Fr Introducers. These manufacturing issues are not visually detectable by the user, and 14Fr or 23Fr Introducers are provided in every pump set.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2685-2026More Abiomed, Inc. recalls
- FDA-Device2026-07-22Abiomed Impella CP heart pump introducer recalled for potential sheath leakage
- FDA-Device2026-07-22Abiomed Impella CP Introducer Kit recalled for potential fluid leakage
- FDA-Device2026-07-22Abiomed Impella CP heart pump recalled for introducer sheath leakage risk
- FDA-Device2026-07-22Abiomed Impella 5.5 SmartAssist S2 heart pump recalled for introducer sheath leakage risk
- FDA-Device2026-07-22Abiomed Impella 5.5 Smart Assist Set recalled for introducer sheath leakage risk
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