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VADER Pedicle System Torque Wrench, Hudson Coupling, 12 Nm, REF 42-702

FDA device recall Z-0728-2023 · posted 2022-12-19 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
Icotec Ag
Reason for recall
During internal testing (at manufacturer site) of two torque wrench devices, it was detected that the torque limiting function was out of specification. The specified torque limiting value is 12 Nm. The measuring results for both instruments were 4 Nm.
Action taken
Icotec issued a Field Action Notice to its consignee on 11/03/2022 by email. The notice explained the issue and that XXXX. The firm followed with an email to inform the consignee of their intent to recall the device. The notice requested the return of the device from the field. The firm will be replacing the devices.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
NKB
Quantity affected
6 devices
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the state of GA.
Date initiated
2022-11-03
Date posted
2022-12-19
Location
Altstatten Sg, Switzerland

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