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FDA device recall Z-2278-2013 · posted 2013-09-25 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Reason for recall
Recall is being initiated due to the part being mislabeled (Part Number 241.267 was mislabeled with Part Number 241.276).
Action taken
Synthes sent an Urgent Notice Medical Device Recall letter dated March 8, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to obtain a Return Authorization Number, complete the Verification Section at the end of the letter by the checking the appropriate box indicating affected product located. Return the Verification Form with the product to: Credit/Returns, Synthes, 1101 Synthes Avenue, Monument, CO 80132. Customers with questions were instructed to call 610-719-5450 or email Fieldaction@synthes.com. For questions regarding this recall call 610-719-5000.
Root cause
Labeling mix-ups
Status
Terminated
Product code
KTT
Quantity affected
2
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including CA,and VA. .
Date initiated
2013-03-08
Date posted
2013-09-25
Date terminated
2015-05-21
Location
West Chester, PA

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