Medtronic Neuromodulation: Medical Device Recall in 2016 - (Recall #: Z-0700-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2016.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Model 37751 Recharger Product Usage: The Medtronic 37751 Recharger is a hand-held device used to charge the battery in a patient s neurostimulator. It includes a display to provide information on the charging system. The charging system consists of the Model 37751 Recharger, an AC power supply and power cord (Model 37761) and an antenna.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: October 3, 2016

Date Posted: December 14, 2016

Recall Number: Z-0700-2017

Event ID: 75458

Reason for Recall:

Medtronic has identified an increased number of complaints from customers involving reports of Rechargers (Medtronic Model 37751 Recharger, which is included in Models 37754 and 97754 Charging Systems,Spinal Cord Stimulation)that are in an unresponsive error state, where the Recharger is non-functional with a blank display screen and is beeping every 5 seconds. Medtronic has determined all Rechargers manufactured starting in November 2014 (indicated by serial numbers beginning with NKA4 or NKU4) are more susceptible to this error state.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 42,887

Code Information:

serial numbers beginning with NKA4 or NKU4

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including DC OUS: Canada and others.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated