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FDA Device recall Z-0659-2016

VNS Therapy AspireSR Generator Model 106

On 2016-01-27 the FDA classified a Class II recall of VNS Therapy AspireSR Generator Model 106 by Cyberonics, citing recall being initiated in response to three reports of "Burst Watchdog Timeout" events occurring with the Model 106 AspireSR Generator, resulting in a device reset condition where….

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0659-2016
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2015-12-18
Published2016-01-27
Last updated2026-09-13 11:54 UTC
CompanyCyberonics
Distributionn/a

Product

VNS Therapy AspireSR Generator Model 106. Indicated for use as an adjunctive therapy in reducing the frequency of seizures.

Reason

Recall being initiated in response to three reports of "Burst Watchdog Timeout" events occurring with the Model 106 AspireSR Generator, resulting in a device reset condition where stimulation output is disabled.

Identifiers

code_infoAll VNS Therapy AspireSR (Model 106) Generators; Device Identifier - (01)05425025750061

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0659-2016%22

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