Boston Scientific FARASTAR Ablation Generator Recall
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Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling 18 units of the FARASTAR Ablation Generator EU due to a labeling discrepancy with the Instructions For Use.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 12, 2026 and geographically references Austria, Spain, France, Germany, Denmark, Italy, Portugal, Great Britain, Ireland. Its severity classification of "medium" 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 - FDA 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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What Happened
Boston Scientific Corporation initiated a voluntary recall of the FARASTAR Ablation Generator EU because devices were distributed with Instructions For Use (IFU) that did not include FARAPOINT PFA catheter information.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects the FARASTAR Ablation Generator EU, Pulsed Field Ablation Generator, Product ID 61M401; Percutaneous Cardiac Ablation Catheter. A total of 18 units are involved, identified by GTIN 00810087180126 and the following serial numbers: 102174748, 103355157, 103432386, 103480452, 103547915, 103836571, 1-215-0040, 1-226-0123, 1-227-0129, 1-228-0139, 1-22C-0216, 1-234-0276, 1-237-0307, 104015648, 104993721, 1-233-0266, 1-236-0305, 1-237-0307. Distribution was international to Austria, Spain, France, Germany, Denmark, Italy, Portugal, Great Britain, and Ireland. The recall number is Z-2750-2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers with affected devices should contact Boston Scientific Corporation for additional information regarding the recall.
Why This Matters
The labeling discrepancy affects the proper use instructions for the FARAPOINT PFA catheter with the affected generators.
Source
FDA recall Z-2750-2026, report date 20260729. https://www.fda.gov
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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