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FDA device recall Z-0932-2012 · posted 2012-01-31 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alphatec Spine, Inc.
Reason for recall
These lots were not manufactured correctly in that the instrument does not have the durability required to repeatedly perform over its full service life and, therefore, may experience breakage in the tips.
Action taken
Alphatec Spine contacted all affected customers via telephone. The communication included discussion of the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were instructed to remove the affected product from inventory and to return the product to the firm. Arrangements were made for replacement product to be sent to the customers. Contact the firm at 1-800-922-1356 for questions regarding this recall.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
KWP
Quantity affected
27 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution-including the states of CA, CT, FL, GA, NC, NE, NJ, TX, and UT.
Date initiated
2010-11-01
Date posted
2012-01-31
Date terminated
2012-01-31
Location
Carlsbad, CA

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