Advanced Bionics
Active in EUDAMEDUnited Statesfrom SRN EUDAMED SRN US-MF-000019344
- Devices
- 2,104
- Registrations
- EUDAMED
- FDA recalls
- 354 ongoing
At a glance
EU certificates
5 of 5 in force.
Market reach
- European Union
- EUDAMED actor, 5 certificates
- United States
- FDA recalls
What Advanced Bionics makes
Advanced Bionics makes cochlear implant systems and rechargeable battery packs.
Its devices are listed in EUDAMED (the European database on medical devices) and the FDA GUDID device identification database. Device classes on record: EU Class III; FDA Class III.
Catalogue
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Company details
- EUDAMED SRN
- US-MF-000019344
- EUDAMED status
- Active
- EUDAMED registered name
- Advanced Bionics LLC
- Registered address
- 28515, Westinghouse Place, CA 91355, Valencia, United States
- Website
- www.advancedbionics.com
- PRRC contact
- Michelle Caulfield
EUDAMED certificates
5 certificates5 valid, 0 expiredMDR 5next expiry 21 Sep 2027
TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbH 0123 5 certificates
- G70 077725 0042 Active
Technical documentation EU MDR
- Issued
- 2 Sep 2026
- Expires
- 1 Sep 2031
- G70 077725 0043 Active
Technical documentation EU MDR
- Issued
- 2 Sep 2026
- Expires
- 1 Sep 2031
- G70 077725 0022 Active
Technical documentation EU MDR
- Issued
- 9 Jul 2026
- Expires
- 14 Apr 2031
- Reason
- Add device or group
- G70 077725 0027 Active
Technical documentation EU MDR
- Issued
- 2 Sep 2026
- Expires
- 6 Feb 2029
- Reason
- Add device or group
- G70 077725 0026 Expiring
Technical documentation EU MDR
- Issued
- 29 Jun 2026
- Expires
- 21 Sep 2027
- Reason
- Add device or group
FDA recalls
Recalls initiated per year
- 2017 0
- 2018 0
- 2019 5
- 2020 4
- 2021 0
- 2022 0
- 2023 0
- 2024 0
- 2025 2
- 2026 2
2026
- 30 Apr 2026 Z-2283-2026 Class II Ongoing Due to incorrect shelf-life expiration date.
- 23 Mar 2026 Z-1950-2026 Class II Ongoing The non-tamperproof battery door supplied with the sound processor fails to conform to IEC 60601-1-11:2015 by not requiring the use of a tool to replace the button/coin cell battery.
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2025
- 27 Nov 2025 Z-1493-2026 Class II Ongoing Behind-the-ear sound processer packaging label is different then included product.
- 5 Mar 2025 Z-1813-2025 Class II Ongoing Due to incorrect the battery charger being packaged and distributed. Product labeling does not match the intended product as specified.
2020
- 26 Sep 2020 Z-0486-2021 Class III Terminated Mislabeling; It has been determined that some batteries were improperly labeled and may contain a different battery life than indicated.
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- 26 Sep 2020 Z-0487-2021 Class III Terminated Mislabeling; It has been determined that some batteries were improperly labeled and may contain a different battery life than indicated.
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- 17 Feb 2020 Z-2032-2020 Class II Terminated hearing performance degradation due to body-fluid entering the device.
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- 17 Feb 2020 Z-2033-2020 Class II Terminated hearing performance degradation due to body-fluid entering the device.
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- 26 Sep 2020 Z-0486-2021 Class III Terminated Mislabeling; It has been determined that some batteries were improperly labeled and may contain a different battery life than indicated.
2019
- 4 Apr 2019 Z-1441-2020 Class III Terminated The manufacturer received complaints that customers were attempting to install the fitting software using the supplied USB drive, an error message was received, and installation failed. The failed installation has not impact to the current version of the software, and users are able to continue programming devices with the current software version.
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- 18 Mar 2019 Z-1259-2020 Class III Terminated Three materials used in the makeup of the implant were mistakenly left off the list of bio-compatible materials in the firm's previously approved submission to the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) of Japan.
- 4 Apr 2019 Z-1441-2020 Class III Terminated The manufacturer received complaints that customers were attempting to install the fitting software using the supplied USB drive, an error message was received, and installation failed. The failed installation has not impact to the current version of the software, and users are able to continue programming devices with the current software version.
Show the 25 most recent of 35 recalls
2019
- 6 Feb 2019 Z-1083-2019 Class II Terminated The sound processors were loaded with the incorrect firmware.
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- 6 Feb 2019 Z-1084-2019 Class II Terminated The sound processors were loaded with the incorrect firmware.
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- 6 Feb 2019 Z-1085-2019 Class II Terminated The sound processors were loaded with the incorrect firmware.
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- 6 Feb 2019 Z-1083-2019 Class II Terminated The sound processors were loaded with the incorrect firmware.
2010
- 23 Nov 2010 Z-0795-2011 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated The recall action is being taken in response to two confirmed instances where the product experienced a malfunction requiring explantation. These recipients experienced severe pain, overly loud sounds and/or shocking sensations at 8-10 days after initial activation of their device.
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- 23 Nov 2010 Z-0796-2011 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated The recall action is being taken in response to two confirmed instances where the product experienced a malfunction requiring explantation. These recipients experienced severe pain, overly loud sounds and/or shocking sensations at 8-10 days after initial activation of their device.
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- 23 Nov 2010 Z-0795-2011 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated The recall action is being taken in response to two confirmed instances where the product experienced a malfunction requiring explantation. These recipients experienced severe pain, overly loud sounds and/or shocking sensations at 8-10 days after initial activation of their device.
2009
- 10 Jun 2009 Z-2039-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated The recall was initiated after Advanced Bionics became aware of fourteen (14) devices manufactured between May 27, 2005 and June 30, 2005 that are confirmed to have or potentially have an issue related to the internal magnet. These devices are were made with an internal magnet where the metal case surrounding the magnet was not properly welded. Patients with these devices may experience a decreas
2008
- 22 Sep 2008 Z-0271-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Since April 2004, 27 of 8,769 (0.31%) patients have reported receiving second degree burns in the area of charging and 3 of 8,769 (0.03%) patients have reported receiving third degree burns in the area of charging while using Charger 1 .0. Some of these events were the direct result of the patient disregarding the instructions for use, such as sleeping with the Charger on or placing it directly on
- 24 Jul 2008 Z-0956-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Mistuned headpiece - Advanced Bionics recently became aware of a tuning issue with some Platinum Series and S-Series headpieces shipped from May 2007 through April 2008. Tuning refers to the process through which the headpiece's communication frequency is adjusted to match that of the internal device. Potential clinical symptoms include: -No lock -Intermittent lock -Implant locks, but cann
- 24 Jul 2008 Z-0957-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Mistuned headpiece - Advanced Bionics recently became aware of a tuning issue with some Platinum Series and S-Series headpieces shipped from May 2007 through April 2008. Tuning refers to the process through which the headpiece's communication frequency is adjusted to match that of the internal device. Potential clinical symptoms include: -No lock -Intermittent lock -Implant locks, but can
- 24 Jul 2008 Z-0958-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Mistuned headpiece - Advanced Bionics recently became aware of a tuning issue with some Platinum Series and S-Series headpieces shipped from May 2007 through April 2008. Tuning refers to the process through which the headpiece's communication frequency is adjusted to match that of the internal device. Potential clinical symptoms include: -No lock -Intermittent lock -Implant locks, but can
- 24 Jul 2008 Z-0959-2009 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Mistuned headpiece - Advanced Bionics recently became aware of a tuning issue with some Platinum Series and S-Series headpieces shipped from May 2007 through April 2008. Tuning refers to the process through which the headpiece's communication frequency is adjusted to match that of the internal device. Potential clinical symptoms include: -No lock -Intermittent lock -Implant locks, but cann
- 22 Apr 2008 Z-1441-2012 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated The recall was initiated because there is a possibility that the OMG Connector-A is incorrectly packaged with an OMG Connector-M Instruction manual.
2007
- 5 Oct 2007 Z-0960-2008 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Incorrect Data -- Corruption of internal memory component results in an inability for the physician to reprogram the IPG with firmware version prior to Revision 3.02. When this occurs, the IPG will report an error code of "10h0" or "00h0" through the Remote Control. Under this condition, the IPG will cease to log in some data that could be used for informational purposes. ** It should be noted t
- 5 Oct 2007 Z-0961-2008 Unclassified (pre-2012) Terminated Incorrect Data -- Corruption of internal memory component results in an inability for the physician to reprogram the IPG with firmware version prior to Revision 3.02. When this occurs, the IPG will report an error code of "10h0" or "00h0" through the Remote Control. Under this condition, the IPG will cease to log in some data that could be used for informational purposes. ** It should be noted t
- 14 Sep 2007 Z-0117-2013 Class II Terminated Advanced Bionics is recalling the the HiRes 90K cochlear implant with HiFocus Helix Electrode because of loose-fitting insertion tool assemblies.
Frequently asked questions
How many devices does Advanced Bionics have in the registry?
The registry currently lists 2104 devices for Advanced Bionics. Devices recorded under merged duplicate company entries are counted once.
Which registries list Advanced Bionics's devices?
Among its 50 most recently registered devices, Advanced Bionics has devices listed in FDA GUDID (50 devices).
What risk classes do Advanced Bionics's devices fall under?
Among its 50 most recently registered devices, the classes recorded for Advanced Bionics's devices are Class III. Each device page shows its own class and authorisation.
Are there FDA recall records for Advanced Bionics?
FDA recall records list 35 recalls initiated by Advanced Bionics, the most recent initiated on 30 Apr 2026. 4 of them are recorded as ongoing. A recall is often a precaution started by the manufacturer; the records say nothing about the company's overall record.
What EUDAMED certificates are recorded for Advanced Bionics?
EUDAMED lists 5 certificates for Advanced Bionics (technical documentation) under MDR. 2 are recorded with the status issued. The most recent was issued on 2 Sep 2026.
What are the newest devices from Advanced Bionics in the registry?
The most recently registered devices listed for Advanced Bionics include PowerCel™ 110 Mini CI-5521-120, PowerCel™ 110 Mini CI-5521-130, PowerCel™ 110 Mini CI-5521-140 and PowerCel™ 110 Mini CI-5521-150.