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Synthes Matrix 5.5.mm Left and Right Coronal Bender Product Usage: The Matrix 5.5.mm Left and Right Coronal Bender are u

FDA device recall Z-0391-2014 · posted 2013-11-26 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Reason for recall
A complaint was received of the tips of the Matrix 5.5.mm Left and Right Coronal Bender breaking while bending a spinal rod component of the Matrix System.
Action taken
Synthes sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall letter dated June 22, 2013 to users and sales reps. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. For questions call 610-719-5450.
Root cause
Component design/selection
Status
Terminated
Product code
HXP
Quantity affected
209
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including GA, FL, CA, UT, IA, AZ, OH and Internationally to Canada.
Date initiated
2013-06-22
Date posted
2013-11-26
Date terminated
2015-09-10
Location
West Chester, PA

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