Medtronic OmniaSecure MRI SureScan Recall Over Driveshaft Separation

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Medtronic is recalling certain OmniaSecure MRI SureScan transvenous DF4 leads due to risk of driveshaft separation from inadequate adhesive coverage.

Reading this Health Canada recall beyond the headline

This notice was issued by Health Canada on September 23, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Before acting, the primary agency source is available to check alongside this summary. Its related labels are recall, product-safety, health-canada, MedicalDevice.

What Happened

The model 3930M OmniaSecure MRI SureScan lead uses a fixed helix design. Insufficient adhesive at the interface between the driveshaft assembly and TR spacer can cause a weak bond. Torque applied during implant may break the bond, allowing the helix to separate from the TR spacer while maintaining lead connection. If implanted, this can leave the helix and cable unsupported, potentially leading to lead fracture over time.

Which Products Are Affected

  • OmniaSecure™ MRI SureScan™ model 3930M79
  • OmniaSecure™ MRI SureScan™ model 3930M74 More than 10 serial/lot numbers are affected; contact the manufacturer for details. Distributed by Medtronic Inc., 710 Medtronic Parkway N.E., Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55432.

What You Should Do

Contact the manufacturer for information on affected units and next steps.

Why This Matters

The potential for lead fracture in an implanted cardiac lead poses a serious risk to device function.

Source

Health Canada recall notice

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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What People Ask

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about? ▾
Medtronic is recalling certain OmniaSecure MRI SureScan transvenous DF4 leads due to risk of driveshaft separation from inadequate adhesive coverage.
Which agency issued this alert? ▾
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert? ▾
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected? ▾
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
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