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# HeartWare Recalls Ventricular Assist Device
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/heartware-recalls-ventricular-assist-device/
- Published: 2016-10-28T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T21:43:24.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Devices, #legacy-id-D5137207

HeartWare Inc. has begun a Class 1 recall of its Ventricular Assist Device controller due to a loose power connector which may cause the rear portion of the pump’s driveline connector to become separated from the front portion of the driveline connector. A loose connector may allow moisture to enter the controller causing corrosion, electrical issues, reduced speaker volume and connection failures, a [recall notice](http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm527148.htm?utm%5Fsource=dlvr.it&utm%5Fmedium=twitter) says. “If the speaker volume is decreased, the patient may not hear the alarm,” it says. “If there is a loss of connection, the pump may stop which could cause serious adverse health consequences, including death.”