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Foundation Tibial Broach P/N 801-01-013 Foundation Tibial Broach to be used in conjunction with the Tibial Sizing Templa

FDA device recall Z-0349-2012 · posted 2011-12-02 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Encore Medical, Lp
Reason for recall
The strike plate may dislodge from the broach stem handle during impaction of the device.
Action taken
DJO Global sent an URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE letter dated October 26, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to pass the information to all those who need to be aware within their organization or to any organization where the affected devices have been transferred. Customers should contact Customer Service to place a replacement order and receive an RMA number and return all affected devices using the RMA number. For any questions call (512) 834-6255.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
JWH
Quantity affected
30 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AR, AZ, CA, LA, MD, NY, TX, UT and Puerto Rico and the countries of United Kingdom and Italy
Date initiated
2011-10-26
Date posted
2011-12-02
Date terminated
2012-09-05
Location
Austin, TX

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