CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 5 Jun 2024 · FDA Enforcement Report
Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation recalled by Boston Scientific
Boston Scientific Neuromodulation is recalling Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator IPG: R16 IPG KIT, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 18 Apr 2024 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1890-2024
- FDA event ID
- 94377
- Recalling firm
- Boston Scientific Neuromodulation, Valencia, CA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 18 Apr 2024
- FDA classified
- 24 May 2024
- Reported
- 5 Jun 2024
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 18 Apr 2024 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 24 May 2024 | Classified by FDA | +36 days |
| 5 Jun 2024 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) may experience routine system check during IPG charging, which may cause device reset. The device reset could lead transient loss of stimulation; patients may experience undesired sensations, transient worsening of movement disorder symptoms, which may lead patient to request surgical intervention for replacement or revision.
Product as listed by the FDA
Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator IPG: R16 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12160, and R32 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12320
Where it was distributed
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of TX, WA, MT, GA, TN, MA, OR, ID, CA, FL, WI, UT, DE, AZ, PA, DC, LA, KY, VA, MN, NC, OH, NY, MI, CO, IN, MD, NV, AL, IL, AR, SC, OK, MO, MS, NJ, ME, Hi, KS, SD, WV, NM, AK, CT, WY, NE, ND and the countries of Canada, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Australia, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, India, Japan.
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Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) may experience routine system check during IPG charging, which may cause device reset. The device reset could lead transient loss of stimulation; patients may experience undesired sensations, transient worsening of movement disorder symptoms, which may lead patient to request surgical intervention for replacement or revision.
Which lots are affected?
REF/UDI-DI(GTIN)/Serial Number Range/Expiration Date Range: M365DB12160/8714729985044/100209 - 753347/09-OCT-2020 through 26-MAR-2026; M365DB12320/8714729985051/100104 - 753200/09-OCT-2020 through 21-MAR-2026
Where was it sold?
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of TX, WA, MT, GA, TN, MA, OR, ID, CA, FL, WI, UT, DE, AZ, PA, DC, LA, KY, VA, MN, NC, OH, NY, MI, CO, IN, MD, NV, AL, IL, AR, SC, OK, MO, MS, NJ, ME, Hi, KS, SD, WV, NM, AK, CT, WY, NE, ND and the countries of Canada, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Australia, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, India, Japan.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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