VERTEX (R), REF 69004440, cortical screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 In
FDA device recall Z-2877-2011 · posted 2011-07-25 · Terminated
Recall details
- Recalling firm
- Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
- Reason for recall
- Screws are longer then size etched on the screw.
- Action taken
- Medtronic sent a Voluntary Recall letter dated June 28, 2011, directly to Risk Managers and Sales Representatives, with Recall Questionnaires and Confirmation forms included. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the affected customers. If appropriate, personal follow up with Sales Representatives will be made to assure that the recall communication is understood by Risk Managers and to facilitate return of product and the associated Recall response documentation. Foreign consignees will be notified by email on June 29, 2011. For any questions or concerns regarding this recall customers were to contact their Medtronic Sales Representative or the Global Quality Department at 800-876-3133, ext 3173.
- Root cause
- Other
- Status
- Terminated
- Product code
- KWP
- Quantity affected
- 95 units
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of MN, AK, FL, PA, ME, GA HI, CA, TX, OH, IN, MO, WI, MI, NY, IN, LA, MD, MA, NC, OR, NE WA, ID, CO, OR, UT, IL, WV, Canada, Singapore, Neth
- Date initiated
- 2011-06-28
- Date posted
- 2011-07-25
- Date terminated
- 2012-12-24
- Location
- Memphis, TN
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Related 510(k) clearances
| Record | Firm | Date |
|---|---|---|
| VERTEX RECONSTRUCTION SYSTEM (K042498) | Medtronic Sofamor Danek | 2004-10-07 |