Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 36699 |
| Brand Name: | Battery Pack |
| Model: | Cochlear implant system battery pack |
| Affected: | Model numbers - CI-5501-110; CI-5501-120; CI-5501-130; CI-5501-140; CI-5501-150; CI-5501-190; CI-5501-240; CI-5501-250; CI-5501-260; CI-5501-270; CI-5501-280 |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Sonova New Zealand (Wholesale) Limited Level 2, Chester Building 28 Warehouse Way Northcote Auckland 0627 |
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| Manufacturer: | Advanced Bionics LLC |
| Issue: | The manufacturer has identified that the non-tamperproof battery door does not require the use of a tool to replace the button batteries and therefore could allow unintended access to the button cell batteries within the battery compartment. Button cell batteries and other small parts may be swallowed, breathed into the airway, or inserted into the nose or ears. These events can result in: Choking or blocked airway. Serious internal injury if breathed into the airway or ingested. Burns or other injury if inserted into the nose or ears. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be destroyed |
| Level of recall: | Healthcare Professional |
| Date Commenced: | 31/3/2026 |
