FDA recall Z-2283-2026

Advanced Bionics, LLC · Class II · device

Product

Brand Name: HiResolution" Bionic Ear System Product Name: HiRes Ultra 3D CI HiFocus Mid Scala Model/Catalog Number: CI-1601-04 Software Version: N/A Product Description: The HiResolution Bionic Ear System is a cochlear implant designed to provide useful hearing to individuals with severe-to-profound hearing loss. It consists of internal and external components. The internal components include the HiRes" Ultra 3D receiver and either the HiFocus" SlimJ electrode or the HiFocus" Mid-Scala (MS) electrode array that are implanted surgically under the skin behind the ear. The external components include a sound processor (body-worn or ear-level), a headpiece, and a cable. The system converts sound into electrical energy that activates the auditory nerve. The auditory nerve then sends information to the brain, where it is interpreted as sound. Component: N/A

Reason for recall

Due to incorrect shelf-life expiration date.

Distribution

U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CO, GA, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, TN, WA and WI.

Key facts

Status
Ongoing
Initiation date
2026-04-30
Report date
2026-06-10
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Location
Valencia, CA, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2283-2026