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Large Combination Clamp/Large External Fixation System, Part Number 390.005 Product Usage: Synthes Large External Fixati

FDA device recall Z-0941-2013 · posted 2013-03-11 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Reason for recall
The L1 hex nuts, used to tighten the Large Combination Clamp, were oversized and the 11 mm sockets and wrenches will not fit on the hex nuts.
Action taken
Synthes sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall letter dated January 11, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem, and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to examine their inventory for the affected product(s), remove them from inventory and return them to Synthes. For questions call 610-719-5450 or email FieldAction@synthes.com
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
KTT
Quantity affected
136
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution including the states of AL, AR, AK, CA, FL, ID, KS, LA, MD, MA, MO, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX, and VA.
Date initiated
2013-01-11
Date posted
2013-03-11
Date terminated
2015-08-31
Location
West Chester, PA

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