# FDA recall Z-1590-2020

> **Medtronic MiniMed** · Class II · device recall initiated 2019-06-27.

## Product

Medtronic  MiniMed Paradigm Insulin pump, model number MMT-722K

## Reason for recall

The action is being initiated due to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities related to a series of insulin pumps that are designed to communicate using a wireless radio frequency (RF). An unauthorized person could potentially connect wirelessly to a nearby insulin pump to change settings and control insulin delivery.

## Distribution

US nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1590-2020
- **Recalling firm:** Medtronic MiniMed
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2019-06-27
- **Report date:** 2020-04-01

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Northridge, CA, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1590-2020

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1590-2020. Retrieved 2026-06-04 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1590-2020. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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